Contemplating the Crucifix
Somehow — don’t ask me how — the conversation turned to Catholic iconography. Seven or eight of us denizens of graduate school were gathered around…
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Is there any symbolism behind the corpus on the crucifix?
An interesting question that has more to do with art than religion! The answer is that it really depends on the artist who made the…
Is there a difference between a cross and a crucifix?
Yes. A cross is simply the “t-shaped” instrument that was used for crucifixion which now, bears more of a symbol of triumph for Christians. A…
#211 – The Crucifix in Art
Is there significant symbolic meaning in the Crucifix? Check out Openings the Paulist’s ministry to young adult artists. Out of the Haze – Do I…