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Following down the Miter and body of the abbot or bishop are the lappets of this specific miter. The design includes small figurines that would consist of animals important to the Christian religion, influenced by Islam. These lappets were designed in an orphery style that was influenced by the Byzantine empire and often found in Miters correlating to the same time in the Byzantine area. Overall, the miter's construction allows the bishop or abbot this specific textile was built for to create a sense of power over the 'normal' or 'regular' members of the church to promote religious strength and integrity. The miter continues to be seen as a deeply religious symbol throughout history with the Pope and other high clergy people of the church adorned with this textile regularly. The historical and visual analysis of this Miter allows an understanding of the interactions, devotions, and intentions of the population this Miter influenced in the 13th century.