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Roman Catholic AnswerA crucifix (not a cross, a cross with a corpus on it) is required by the rubrics (the rules for saying Mass) for the celebration of Mass. It may be on or near the altar. Normally it faces the celebrant (the priest celebrating the Mass).
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Q: Why is the cross put on the altar and where should it face?
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