The Symbols Of The Cross

A sideway “X” or a cross has different meanings for different people, cultures, and religions. Many say that the cross is the symbol of Christianity, but others might state otherwise. During the years of Jesus Christ, Rome used to punish people by death by crucifixion. The cross was used as a political weapon and it sends out a message to the people that this was the price they would pay for committing a crime. When Jesus was crucified, two other men that were convicted thieves were also killed, one at each side of him. The Roman Empire sought to kill anyone who disrupted the community and it eliminated its threats with cruel punishments. Now in the 21st century, the cross and its meaning have been discussed, but the symbol of the cross has …show more content…
People, especially in the Christian faith, venerate the cross. They consider the cross as a holy instrument. The glorification of the cross is visible in the Catholic religion. Many might disagree with the Catholics, but they adore what the cross represents to them. They usually kneel or bow before the cross as well as kiss it because they show their respects as a way of honoring Jesus, his suffering, and bringing salvation to the world. They venerate the cross because they thank Christ for his sacrifice and show their devotion to him. Worship of the cross or crucifixion in the Catholic church is a must because it reminds the people that Jesus was condemned and executed as a criminal and offered himself for the sins of the world. The cross symbolizes salvation, hope, freedom, as well as suffering. They are aware that suffering took place on the cross but instead of condemning the cross because of its past purpose it has become a high symbol for Christians. This illustrates hope and renewal of the things that were once considered or used for evil can change and be turned around into something new that can be used for the good. For the Christians, the cross has new meaning than it had in the past. Now the cross is considered also a symbol of Jesus’ victory against the evil powers and his love for the human …show more content…
They believe that it symbolizes many positive things such as salvation, hope, love, and freedom. Others criticize Christians because they venerate the cross that to them represents cruelty, horror, pain, and humiliation. The cross or the crucifixion is one of the most known symbols that still holds controversy. The symbol of the cross and its meaning has been disputed by many throughout the years. Whether the cross is an evil instrument or an instrument that should be glorified because it brought us salvation is up to each individual’s interpretation. We can all agree on one thing which is that many people suffered from it, but nevertheless, I believe the cross can symbolize a second chance or renewal by giving meaning to something that was once cruel and staying true to one’s beliefs and dying for what we believe in and dying for the ones we