just as was the gaze of that centurion whose conversion came about because he witnessed the crucifixion. The wood which he holds in his hand could be symbolic of his role in erecting the cross or in fastening the inscription over it which reads "Jesus the Nazarene, the King of the Jews....
Even the history of this striking flower is rich with reverence. Called 'Espina de Cristo' (Christ's thorns) by Spanish Christian missionaries who first discovered it in South America, each part of the flower holds symbolic meaning in recognition of the
The passion flower may mean something different to some people, but it commonly symbolizes the crucifixion of Jesus. The flower itself has some features that have been related to different aspects of the crucifixion. Throughout the years, people have picked up on these similarities and have symbol...
By The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica | View Edit History.cross, the principal symbol of the Christian religion, recalling the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his Passion and death. The cross is thus a sign both of Christ himself and of the faith of Christians. ...
Holly leaves can be prickly and, therefore, used to represent the crown of thorns placed on Jesus’s head during his crucifixion. Berries, which are typically red, also point to Christ’s sacrifice and the bloodshed for sins. Pinecones, seeds, and nuts are also placed within the wreath as...
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The five petals of single roses are legendary symbols of the wounds of Jesus before and during his crucifixion. The red color represents the blood Christians believe Jesus shed for the forgiveness of sins, while white roses stand for purity and innocence. ...
prayer and the personal sacrifices made during the Advent season. Also, during Lent, church altars and windows are draped in rich purple fabric. During this time, purple becomes a color of mourning for the crucifixion, and takes on an additional connotation of royalty in Christ's resurrection ...
The New Testament also provides examples of blackness preceding transformation. In the crucifixion narrative, the sky turns black during Jesus’ suffering on the cross (Matthew 27:45). This period of darkness is a powerful symbol of the weight of sin and the gravity of the moment. However, it...