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A crucifix is a statue of Jesus on a cross. The Roman Catholic Church andthe High Church of England use the crucifix.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 12y agoThe religions which believe about the death of Jesus Christ have crucifixes to symbolize how he had sacrificed himself for our sins.
e.g. Christians and Catholics
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∙ 11y agoChristianity. The cross is what Jesus died on as a willing sacrifice to save us from our sins. I hope this helped, and God bless you! (Especially if you sneezed recently :D)
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Which symbol entered Christian iconography as an extension of the pagan religions?
The Cross. In Pagan practices it is an equal armed cross, it represents the elements, the directions, and crossroads.
What did the crusaders use as their symbol?
the jerusalem cross
Does every religion have a symbol?
Most religions have a symbol. At least the major world religions certainly do. Christianity the Cross, Islam Green cloth and the star and crescent, Buddhism the wheel, Hinduism the Ohm, judaism the star of david. Many other religions have symbols too. Including Sihkism and so on.
How did the red cross get their symbol?
The Red Cross Symbol Came from the Hospotails all over the world as you may know that the Emergancy services Use the cross as the people Sick .
Does the Methodist church display the crucifix?
A crucifix is a religious symbol of Jesus hanging on a cross. Methodists believe that Jesus did die on the cross, and know that there are indeed depictions of Jesus on the cross, but they do not use the crucifix as their own symbol.
How do people use the Celtic cross today?
It is a symbol of racistness and hate
Why do you have to sign the cross before you start your prayer?
I think of it as a symbol of respect and like waking your hand to God. Because when you are praying you are talking to God. Many other people think of it differently Many religions do not require the sign of the cross at all.
Why do you think Christians use the cross as a symbol of their religion?
Because Jesus, the person on whom Christianity is based, died on a cross.
Why do think Christian use the cross as a symbol of their religion?
Because Jesus, the person on whom Christianity is based, died on a cross.
What is the cross warning symbol?
a cross
Why do Christian people use that symbol?
There is no way to answer your question unless you tell us what the symbol is. Do you mean a cross? Or perhaps a fish symbol? Please clarify your question.
Do the mormons believe that jesus died on a pole instead of a cross?
No, Mormons believe that Jesus was crucified on a cross, just like most other Christians. Mormons believe and study the Bible throughly, so the accounts there are what we believe. Mormons dont however use the cross as a religious symbol like many other religions... Perhaps you are thinking of the Jehovah's Witnesses? They do not believe that Jesus died on a cross.
