The pyx, a small, usually gold or silver, container, is a sacred object used in Catholic worship. Its shape often resembles a small, ornate chest or cup. In the liturgy, the pyx holds consecrated hosts, reserved for the sick or for use in Benediction. Its primary function is the safekeeping of the Eucharist. The pyx possesses deep symbolic meaning, representing the preciousness of the Body of Christ and its availability to the faithful. It serves as a visible reminder of the Real Presence.