Lavaréis

Lavaréis is a term that appears in certain liturgical contexts, particularly within some branches of the Catholic Church and related traditions. It is a verb form, specifically the second-person plural future indicative of the Latin verb "lavare," meaning "to wash." Therefore, "lavaréis" literally translates to "you all will wash."

In its liturgical use, "lavaréis" often refers to the washing of hands by the priest during Mass, a ritual known as the lavabo. This action symbolizes spiritual purification. The passage from Psalm 26, "Lavaréis in innocentia manus meas: et circumdabo altare tuum, Domine," which translates to "I will wash my hands in innocence, O Lord, and I will encompass your altar, O Lord," is frequently associated with this rite and is sometimes referred to by this Latin phrase, or parts of it, including "lavaréis." The priest recites this or a similar prayer while performing the hand washing. The ceremony itself is a quiet moment during the liturgy, emphasizing the priest's readiness and purity before proceeding with the consecration of the Eucharist. The gesture serves as a visual reminder of the importance of inner cleanliness and a devout disposition before God.