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What is the primary purpose of the Paschal candle in Christianity?
What is the primary purpose of the Paschal candle in Christianity?
What does the dove symbolize in Christianity?
What does the dove symbolize in Christianity?
What is the Greek word I.C.H.T.H.U.S. an abbreviation for?
What is the Greek word I.C.H.T.H.U.S. an abbreviation for?
What is the symbolic meaning of the bread and wine in Christianity?
What is the symbolic meaning of the bread and wine in Christianity?
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What is the symbolic meaning of water in Christianity?
What is the symbolic meaning of water in Christianity?
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What is the symbolic meaning of the laying on of hands in Christianity?
What is the symbolic meaning of the laying on of hands in Christianity?
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Study Notes
Christian Symbols
- A sign is a symbolic mark that represents something else, while a symbol is a material object that represents an abstract concept.
The Cross
- The cross is the most powerful Christian symbol, reminding believers of Jesus' death for the sins of the world and symbolizing his resurrection.
The Crucifix
- The crucifix is an image of Jesus on the cross, symbolizing his suffering and death.
Ichthys (I.C.H.T.H.U.S.)
- Ichthys is a Greek word for fish, with each letter representing a phrase: I - Jesus, C - Christ, Th - of God, U - Son, S - Saviour, or Son of God and Saviour.
Eucharist/Holy Communion/Lord's Supper/Last Supper/Mass
- Bread and wine are used to symbolize the body and blood of Jesus Christ, and are central to the Eucharist/Holy Communion/Lord's Supper/Last Supper/Mass.
Baptism
- Water symbolizes spiritual washing and cleansing, used in infant and believer's baptism.
Laying on of Hands
- The laying on of hands is a symbol that a person has received the Holy Spirit, and is the oldest Christian symbol.
Paschal Candle
- The Paschal candle symbolizes Christians moving from darkness into light due to the resurrection of Christ, and is lit during the Easter festival.
Dove
- The dove symbolizes peace, as Christians believe that God's Holy Spirit is the bringer of peace.
Fire
- Fire symbolizes the presence of the Holy Spirit.
Olive Oil
- Olive oil symbolizes the Holy Spirit anointing, giving the anointed person strength and wisdom to carry out a specific task.
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Learn about the significance of various Christian symbols, including the cross, crucifix, and ichthus. Discover their representations and importance in Christianity.
