For those who choose not to love God or are incapable of loving or loving God, this consuming fire (the love of God) is unspeakable anguish and torment for them.

The answer to your question is because they are holy garments used in the representation and worship of God, they are to be regarded and treated with reverence and respect.

In the Eastern Orthodox faith, this prayer rope is called in Greek a comboskini (κομποσκοίνι ), a braided string of knots tied in a loop usually made of wool but sometimes of other materials.

I have often wondered what the condition of mankind was before the fall. What were his needs or desires, if any? What was his focus?

One should dress modestly, not in a flashy, provocative, flamboyant, or distractive manner that would bring attention to ourselves.

When converting to the Orthodox faith, one does not expect to go back and rewrite their past, but begin their journey from the point of commitment.