Why Do Nuns Lay On The Floor When Taking Vows?
Nuns lay on the floor when taking vows as a sign of humility and surrender to God. It is a symbolic gesture of letting go of one’s own will and submitting oneself completely to the will of God. Laying on the floor also represents a readiness to take on the cross of Christ and to die to oneself in service to others. It is a powerful moment of commitment and dedication to a life of service and devotion to God.