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[[Image:Simple_cross.jpg|thumb|The traditional form of the Christian cross, known as the Latin cross]] | [[Image:Simple_cross.jpg|thumb|The traditional form of the Christian cross, known as the Latin cross]] | ||
| − | The Christian cross is a familiar religious symbol of Christianity. Its significance lies in the belief that Jesus Christ was executed by crucifixion - death by nailing to a cross. To Christians the Cross represents what our sin has done, and yet God's great love and mercy towards us. | + | The Christian cross is a familiar religious symbol of Christianity. Its significance lies in the belief that Jesus Christ was executed by crucifixion - death by nailing to a cross. To Christians the Cross represents what our sin has done, and yet God's great love and mercy towards us. |
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Revision as of 21:01, 11 November 2007
Synopsis
The Christian cross is a familiar religious symbol of Christianity. Its significance lies in the belief that Jesus Christ was executed by crucifixion - death by nailing to a cross. To Christians the Cross represents what our sin has done, and yet God's great love and mercy towards us.
Contents
Related topics
- Death of Jesus
- Justification
- Sign of the Cross
- Books
- Songs
Comments, Personal Articles, Studies and Sermons
Cross (discussion) (For short comments and opinions)
For related quotations see Cross (quotes)
Main article
The Christian cross is a familiar religious symbol of Christianity. Its significance lies in the belief that Jesus Christ was executed by crucifixion - death by nailing to a cross. To Christians the Cross represents what our sin has done, and yet God's great love and mercy towards us.
History and Usage
During the first three centuries of Christianity, the cross was rare in Christian iconography, although descriptions of it are found in Christian writings from the early 2nd century onwards. The Ichthys was a symbol used by early covert Christians to identify each other. The Cross first became prominent in Christian imagery during the 3rd century.
The cross represents Christ's victory over death and sin.
Catholic and Orthodox Christians often make the sign of the cross by moving their right hand so as to draw a cross upon themselves.
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