Raising above the level of the priest's head is necessary for the priest, without turning around, to show the consecrated element to the people, when these are behind him.

They also prescribed a triple ringing of the bell at each showing of the consecrated elements.

Sometimes the term is applied not only to this partaking but to the whole of the rite or to the consecrated elements.

This is followed by the distribution of the consecrated elements, which is commonly called "Holy Communion" by Catholics.

These also speak of "the Divine Mysteries", especially in reference to the consecrated elements, which they also call "the Holy Gifts".

Jesus Christ is truly, really and substantially present in the consecrated elements.

Actual practices of disposing of consecrated elements vary widely.

Owing to these beliefs, the consecrated elements are given the same adoration and devotion that Christians of these traditions accord to Christ himself.

In Orthodoxy the Sacred Mysteries (consecrated elements) are never poured into the thalassidion, but must always be consumed by a deacon or priest.

However, the Articles also state that adoration, or worship per se, of the consecrated elements was not commanded by Christ.