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Pico Nano wrote:

Hi, guys —

  • Is a religious priest (not a diocesan priest) allowed to keep gold jewelry?

I intend to give a religious priest a Rosary necklace made of gold but I am not sure if he is allowed to keep it.

Thank you.

Pico Nano
  { Is a religious priest (not a diocesan priest) allowed to keep gold jewelry? }

Eric replied:

Dear Pico,

No, they take a vow of poverty and are technically not allowed to own anything.

Giving such a valuable gift would put him in a difficult and awkward position, and indeed tempt him to violate his vows, so I'd recommend finding another way to express your appreciation.

Eric
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