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When Orthodox Christians cross themselves, they use the first three fingers, representing the Holy Trinity, and the other two fingers are placed against the palm, representing the dual nature of Christ (God and Man). They begin at the forehead then go to the right shoulder, the left shoulder, and then to the abdomen. (An extended version used mainly by ascetics touches the ground after touching the left shoulder.)
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How do you make the sign of the cross in the eastern hemisphere?
In the Eastern Orthodox faith, the sign of the cross is very similar to that in western churches, such as the Catholic church, except the order is amended as follows: With your right hand, Touch your forehead ( "in the name of the Father" ), touch your chest ( "the Son" )' touch your right shoulder ( "and of the Holy Spirit" )' touch your left shoulder last ( "Amen." ). You will often see people repeating the sign of the cross, performing it three times. Occasionally, the faithful of the Eastern Orthodox churches will make the sign of the cross with the thumb and index finger of the right hand forming a little cross that they will kiss at the end, rather than just with their fingertips.
What religion is Milos Krasic?
He Christian Orthodox (He did the cross sign before the match he scored 3 goals for Juve)
Why don't born again Christians make the sign of the cross?
There is nothing in the Bible that says a Christian has to make the sign of the cross. Making the sign of the cross is a man made tradition and has no Biblical basis or meaning. Additionally, some 'born again' Christians do make the sign of the cross.
How do you say the sign of the cross the long way?
To make the sign of the cross the "long way," you begin by touching your forehead, then your chest, followed by your left shoulder and then your right shoulder. This is often used in Eastern Orthodox and Eastern Catholic traditions.
Russian Orthodox Church sign of the cross why is it different from Roman Catholic sign of the cross?
As opposed to an "open handed" crossing guesture in the RC church, The Russian Orthodox/ OR ANY EASTERN ORTHODOX RITE uses the sign of the cross by: Joining the 3 fingers of the right hand, (thumb,forefinger and index finger together.) This symbolises the Holy Trinity. The parishioner then crosses himself in the manner of touching the Head (Father), the chest,(son), then RIGHT breast then LEFT breast (Holy Spirit). People in the Catholic church go LEFT breast then RIGHT.
How do you make the sign of the cross before the gospel?
To make the sign of the cross before the Gospel is a sign of respect for God and his Son. To make the sign of the cross, touch the top of your head when saying "Father", your lower shoulder when saying "Son", the left shoulder when saying "holy", and the right shoulder when saying "spirit."
Is the cross the holy symbol for greek orthodox?
It is. Since the Greek Orthodox Church is under Christianity, the cross is a "holy symbol".
Do Orthodox use the plain cross?
Yes, Orthodox Christians use the plain cross as a symbol of their faith. The plain cross, also known as the Byzantine cross or the Russian cross, is a simple design without the figure of Jesus Christ on it. It is commonly used in the Orthodox tradition and can be seen on church buildings, icons, and other religious artifacts.
Why sign do Catholics make before the Gospel?
When the Gospel is announced, Catholics make a small sign of the cross on their foreheads, their lips, and their chest.
What do you call the dipping as you enter the church and make the sign of the cross?
Genuflection.
What is the orthodox cross?
The Catholic cross has two bars, with the bottom vertical bar being longer than the top bar. The Orthodox cross has three bars, as it has an extra slanted bar at the bottom.
Is the orthodox cross supposed to be installed at the foot of the grave?
No
