The entire liturgy at Westminster Abbey was designed by Lambeth Palace, the headquarters of the Archbishop of Canterbury, in close contact with Charles III.
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MISSING
About 2,000 guests will gather tomorrow at Westminster Abbey to greet the accession to the throne of King Charles III. Although the full list of those present has not been published, the names of those who will definitely not appear at the coronation on May 6 are known.
After a protracted intrigue, it finally became known that Meghan Markle and her children Archie and Lilibet will not arrive in London. Megan explained her absence from the celebration of her father-in-law with a desire to celebrate her son’s 4th birthday. Rumor has it that the family of the Dukes of Sussex is bursting at the seams, there is no longer a sugary happy couple whose hugs were caught by the paparazzi. And that’s why Prince Harry will attend the coronation alone. For him, this trip will be a test, as for the first time he will look into the eyes of the Windsors, whom he actively washed the bones in his memoirs.
Meghan Markle won’t be coming to London
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US President Joe Biden will not come either. He personally warned Charles III about this in a telephone conversation. Washington will be represented by First Lady Jill Biden.
It was not uncommon for American leaders to miss the coronation of English kings. In 1953, President Dwight Eisenhower sent a delegation to the coronation of Elizabeth II, led by Secretary of State George Marshall. It came as a surprise to many when Joe Biden came to the funeral of Elizabeth II.
The accession to the throne of Charles III will be welcomed by his sister and brothers: Princess Anne and Princes Edward and Andrew. Despite the disgrace due to sex scandal, Prince Andrew will still be present at the celebration, but alone. His ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, did not receive an invitation. At the same time, she noted that this would not prevent her from celebrating the holiday with the royal family in private.
Washington to be represented by First Lady Jill Biden
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FLOWERS FOR THE KING
Fans of Kate Middleton were very surprised to learn that the Princess of Wales rebelled and refused jewelry. Kate did not talk much about what she plans to wear to the celebration, somehow she hinted that her outfit would be blue, but she did not specify whether it would be a dress or a suit.
Journalists, however, suggested that by “blue” Kate meant the blue ribbon of the Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order – this is the highest degree of knighthood was awarded to her by Elizabeth II. Members of the royal family usually wear their orders at official ceremonial occasions.
Kate hasn’t talked much about what she plans to wear to the celebration.
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Many wondered which tiara she would choose for her coronation, a traditional accessory for historical ceremonies. But judging by the rumors, the wife of Prince William will appear in Westminster Abbey with flowers woven into her hair so as not to distract public attention from the king and queen on this day. The flowers will symbolize “King Charles’ belief in the importance of sustainable development and his love for nature.”
“CHOIR OF MILLION VOICES”
During the coronation, visitors to Westminster, pub and park goers, and television viewers in Britain and beyond will be required to swear allegiance to the new king. “Chorus of millions of voices” or the Initiation of the people involves reading aloud the oath. “I swear that I will be faithful to Your Majesty and your heirs and successors in accordance with the law. God help me.”
During the coronation, visitors to Westminster, pub and park goers, television viewers in Britain and beyond will be required to swear allegiance to the new king.
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This has already caused heated debate in English society. Anti-monarchists and those who do not feel piety for Charles III argued about the “true loyalty” to the king. It is no coincidence that law enforcement agencies, guards and intelligence are on high alert. According to British Home Secretary Tom Tugendhat, the coronation will include “one of the most important security operations” the country has ever seen.
WOMEN, PRAYER AND THE HINDUI
Representatives of non-Christian denominations will take an active part in the Saturday ceremony for the first time. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who is a Hindu, will quote the Bible, despite the fact that the law of the Anglican Church effectively prohibits other faiths from taking an active part in its services.
Other new elements of the historic ceremony include: the king will say aloud a prayer specially written for him, the anthem will be sung in different languages of Britain: English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic and Irish, in recognition of the rich heritage of the kingdom. The ceremony will be attended by female Anglican bishops.
“THE MOVIE IS MADE HERE”
The entire liturgy at Westminster Abbey was designed by Lambeth Palace, the headquarters of the Archbishop of Canterbury, in close contact with Charles III.
To ensure everything went smoothly, the scenery of Westminster Abbey was erected in the ballroom of Buckingham Palace. Everyone who was assigned a role in the ceremony, including the king, had the opportunity to practice before the massive rehearsals at the cathedral, which kicked off last week.
Sources at Buckingham Palace said the only reason they decided to build the set was to keep the abbey open to the public for too long. In 1953, the cathedral was closed for several months while rehearsals were taking place. And in 2023 it would become financially unprofitable. The ceremony, and so, according to rumors, cost the English treasury 100 million pounds.
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