{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-michael-joseph-dooley-new-zealand-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Coat of arms of Michael Joseph Dooley (New Zealand) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCoat of Arms of Michael Joseph Dooley Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the heraldic emblem of Bishop Michael Joseph Dooley, the seventh Bishop of Dunedin in New Zealand. The design is rich with symbolism, reflecting his ministry, spirituality, and the local context of his diocese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eThe Shield\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element is a gold shield, representing the richness of faith and the plains of the diocese. A wavy blue band, symbolizing the Aparima River in Southland, bisects the shield, further anchoring the design to the Otago-Southland region. A shepherd's staff (crozier) is placed on the band, representing Bishop Dooley's role as shepherd of his flock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eUpper Field (Chief)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe upper part of the shield (chief) is separated by an indented line, representing the Takitimu Mountains, a significant geographical feature. Within this upper field, the design highlights the centrality of Christ in his ministry with the Blessed Sacrament (the Eucharist). Behind the Eucharist sits a black Chi Rho (XP) symbol, one of the earliest Christian symbols, formed from the first two letters of “Christos” in Greek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eColors and External Ornaments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design utilizes specific colors: blue and gold, which reference Otago, and maroon, which represents Southland, the two main provinces within his diocese. Above the shield sits a green ecclesiastical hat (galero), adorned with six tassels on each side, a traditional feature for a Catholic bishop's heraldic arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis design serves as a visual testament to the Bishop’s spiritual role, his faith, and his dedication to his diocese.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51344778854680,"sku":"30675072304431340615","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/coat-of-arms-of-michael-joseph-dooley-new-zealand-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765774947","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-michael-joseph-dooley-new-zealand-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}