Why do Catholics kiss the Bishop's ring?

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Why do Catholics kiss the Bishop’s ring?

 

[Leonie_Ambrose]

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The following links should assist you in better understanding the tradition of kissing a Bishop’s ring. If you have any further questions or concerns that are not answered by these links, please [contact Catholic Answers (http://www.catholic.com/home/contact.asp) directly.

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