The cross symbol can traced back 2000 years pre-Christ and used by non-Christian cultures as a "magic" to give protection or good fortune. Many Bible Scholars have agreed that Jesus was put to death on an upright stake not two pieces of timber placed at any angle. True Christians wholeheartedly believe that Jesus death provides us with an opportunity for deliverance; however, having a symbol of the tool used to end his life here on earth can lead to it becoming an object of devotion or worship, which is idolatry. As a result, true Christians refrain from using the cross in their worship.
To Christians the cross symbolizes the crucification of Jesus Christ. When Jesus was crucified his feet and both hands was nailed to a cross causing his death.
The cross tht Jesus Christ was crucified on. If you dont know who Jesus is, read The Bible.
Because it reminds them that Jesus died on the cross to forgive Christians (like me) of our sins
the christians are reminded that jesus died on the cross
The cross is the main symbol of Christianity. It serves a reminder to Christians of the price that was paid on their behalf by Jesus Christ. The are a number of variations; Catholics have Jesus on the cross, but Protestants have the cross empty because the cross was not the end and Jesus is now risen.
"Through the Rose Cross" This refers to a rosy cross; the symbol of The Rosicrucian Fellowship. They were a group of Esoteric Christians who were founded in the early 14th century.
Christians use the cross as a reminder of Jesus being crucified.
The Bible, the cross.
The True Cross.
The symbol of Christianity is the cross because it reminds Christians that Jesus died on a cross for them. Yea.
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.
The empty cross represents the Resurrection, for after Jesus died and was removed from the cross leaving an empty cross. He arose after 3 days.
The cross symbolizes atonement and reminds all Christians of Gods love. The cross can be formed in all different shapes and sizes. Although during the 1st two centuries it reminded christians of public executions.
the trinity cross means god as the father theson (Jesus) and the holy spirit