Monday, March 27, 2017
Framed scriptures from Hebrews 11: 14-19
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The Faith of Moses and Jacob
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| "By faith Moses, when he was born, was hidden three months by his parents, because they saw he was a beautiful child; and they were not afraid of the king's command. Hebrews 11: 23 |
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| "By faith Jacob, when he was dying blessed each of the sons of Joseph, and worshiped, leaning on the top of his staff." Hebrews 11:21 |
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The Faith of Isaac and Joseph
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| "By faith Joseph, when he was dying, made mention of the departure of the children of Israel, and gave instructions concerning his bones." Hebrews 11:22 |
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| "By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau concerning things to come" Hebrews 11:20 |
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The Faith of Abraham and Sarah
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Scriptures from Chapter 11 of Hebrews
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Hebrews 11: 1-3
Description of Illustration: ornate frame, medieval design, text in brown, "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. For by it the elders obtained a good testimony. By faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that the things which are seen were not made of things which are visible." Hebrews 11:1-3 (NKJV)
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Saint Chatherine of Alexandria
Description of Illustration: stained glass design, wheel and sword symbols identify St. Catherine of Alexandria, long hair, martyered young, halo, girl of 18 years
Saint Catherine of Alexandria, also known as Saint Catherine of the Wheel and The Great Martyr Saint Catherine (Greek: ἡ Ἁγία Αἰκατερίνα ἡ Μεγαλομάρτυς) is, according to tradition, a Christian saint and virgin, who was martyred in the early 4th century at the hands of the pagan emperor Maxentius. According to her hagiography, she was both a princess and a noted scholar, who became a Christian around the age of fourteen, and converted hundreds of people to Christianity. She was martyred around the age of 18. Over 1,100 years following her martyrdom, St. Joan of Arc identified Catherine as one of the Saints who appeared to her and counseled her. Read more...
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Romans 8:6
Description of Illustration: puppets on a string, royals manipulating the dead, skeletons dance, the dead held hostage, black and white illustration, scriptural text "the mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace." Romans 8:6
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Lascivious Addictions
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| "What fruit did you reap at that time from the things you are now ashamed of? The outcome of those things is death." Romans 6:21 |
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| "Many will follow their depraved conduct and will bring the way of truth into disrepute." 2 Peter 2:2 |
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1rst and 2nd Corinthians Clip Art Index
About: St. Paul left Corinth, A. D. 53 or 54, and went to Jerusalem. From Ephesus he wrote his first Epistle to the Corinthians, in the beginning of A. D. 56. In this epistle he reproves some who disturbed the peace of the church, complains of some disorders in their assemblies, of law-suits among them, and of a Christian who had committed incest with his mother-in-law, the wife of his father, and had not been separated from the church. This letter produced in the Corinthians great grief, vigilance against the vices reproved, and a very beneficial dread of God's anger. They repaired the scandal, and expressed indignant zeal against the crime committed, 2 Corinthians 7:9-11.
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| Examples of clip art found under the Book of Corinthians one and two listing. |
Sometimes multiple scripture using the same image are uploaded onto the same page. Keep looking on the post and you will find that there is a scripture from the Book of The Bible it is listed under here.
Book of 1 Corinthians Clip Art:
- 1 Corinthians 13:11
- 1 Corinthians 16:13
- International Rally Day Postcard for All Christians - 1 Corinthians 15:56-57
- In His Resurrection There Is Hope! - 1 Cor. 15: 54-58
- Contemporary Hearts - 1 Corinthians 16:14
- 1 Corinthians 6: 19, 20
- Falling Leaves Plus Scripture -1 Corinthians 2:9
- The Words Which - 1 Corinthians 2:13
- The Lord's Supper - 1 Corinthians 10:16-17
- 1 Corinthians 13:13 - Baptism shells
- 1 Corinthians 15:26 - skull motif
- 1 Corinthians 13:7 - bride and groom
- Signs, Signs, Everywhere There's a Sign - 1 Corinthians 4:20
- The Trinity In Creation Scriptures - 1 Corinthians 8:6
- Quotes From Saint Paul - 1 Corinthians 9:1
- 1 Corinthians 13:12
- 1 Corinthians 10:17 - Communion motifs
- 1 Corinthians 13:13 - framed scriptures
- Behind a locked door... - 1 Corinthians 16:13
- Babies prefer milk... - 1 Corinthians 14:20
- "Do this in remembrance of me." - 1 Corinthians 11: 23-25
- Stained glass version of 'Full Armor of God' - 1 Corinthians 16:13
Book of 2 Corinthians Clip Art:
- In times of trial... - 2 Corinthians 1:9
- Stained glass window and scriptures - 2 Corinthians 5:7
- New Ideas for Your Head - 2 Corinthians 10:5
- Fill Your Head with The Scriptures! - 2 Corinthians 6:14
- Acorn Motif Escrituras en Español - 2 Corintios 9:10
- Scriptures About Salvation: Fall Motifs - 2 Corinthians 5:17
- Scripture About Harvest - 2 Corinthians 9:10
- The Staff of Moses - 2 Corinthians 5:21
- 2 Corinthians 13:14 - illuminated letter motif
- 2 Corinthians 12:9 - tiny bird motifs
- Isaiah 61:1 - 2 Corinthians 3:17
- 2 Corinthians 11:2 - wedding rings
- Trespassers Will Be Prosecuted! 2 Corinthians 11:3
- Looking at life through different glasses... - 2 Corinthians 4:18
- Baby thinking hard... - 2 Corinthians 12:10
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Saturday, March 25, 2017
Saints Clip Art Index
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A Saint; (from sanctus holy;) one of the New Testament designations of real Christians. It belongs to all who are "sanctified by the Spirit of our God." The word is generally applied to the apostles and other holy persons mentioned in the Scriptures; but the Romanists restrict its application to those who are canonized.
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Clip Art of Canonized Saints:
- Saint Catharine of Sienna
- Saint Cecilia, Patroness of Musicians
- Saint Paul using a typewriter
- St. Aidan of Lindisfarene
- St. Bernard Writing Commentaries
- Saint Teresa of The Bare Footed Carmelites
- St. Peter's Key
- Saint Augustine Quote
- St. George and the dragon
- Saint Catherine of Alexandria
- St. Augustine of Hippo stained glass design
- St. Joseph holds Jesus
- St. George and the Dragon Statue
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Romans Clip Art Index
About: Paul's design, in his epistle to the Romans, is, by a full development of the gospel, to confirm their faith, and to terminate certain domestic disputes, which then prevailed among the believers at Rome, and divided the converted Jews and Gentiles into two parties.
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| Sample clip art from the book of Romans. |
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- Afrocentric Clip Art of The Virgin - Romans 6:14
- All Tied Up! - Romans 7:24
- Stained glass window and scriptures - Romans 12:2 and Romans 11:33
- Irene Bordoni Scolds Using Scripture - Romans 16:17
- Romans 8:5 - with a big red apple
- Searching for Answers? - Romans 2:3
- Valencia, Calamondin or Tangerine Trees Potted - Romans 8:6
- NIX The Sin in Your Head! - Romans 8:2
- Contemporary Hearts - Romans 12:9
- Romans 8:38-39 - three frames with butterflies
- Unified In Christ - Romans 12:5
- "I Have Come With A Purpose" - Romans 8:28
- Illuminated Scripture from The Book of Romans - Romans 13:1, Romans 1:22, Romans 2:6,7, Romans 12:2, Romans 8:1, Romans 3:23 and Romans 12:21
- We Are One Body: White Text of Romans 12:5
- We Are One Body: Solid Colored Backgrounds - Romans 12:5
- Scriptures About Salvation: Fall Motifs - Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23
- Salvation Verses Paired With Fall Wreaths - Romans 10:9
- Illuminated Scriptures About Prayer - Romans 12:12-14
- Illustration of Mary Nursing Jesus - Romans 8: 38-39
- Romans 12:9 - Art Nouveau flora motif
- Romans 12:18 - little girls and bull dog
- The Root of Jess - Romans 15:12
- Ephesians 1:17-18 - Romans 12:12
- Romans 12:4-5 - little city church
- Romans 5:3-5 - bird and leaf motifs
- Quotes From Saint Paul - Romans 1: 14-15
- A Lighthouse Buried in Ice and Snow - Romans 5:4
- Lascivious Addictions - Romans 6:21
- Romans 8:6 - who governs you?
- Remaining Faithful - Romans 5:4
- "Stop!" Romans 3:20 - and Romans 3:28
- The Prayerful Virgin - Romans 12:12
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Galatians 6:8
Description of Illustration: woman inside of a harem, sin of the flesh, striped curtain, silk bed sheets, provocative, scripture from the book of Galatians, monochromatic, vintage photograph "The one who sows to please his flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; "but the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life." Galatians 6:8
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An Evil Teacher
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and white clip art, An evil teacher teaches corruption, a little boy copies his teacher, smokes, scripture from the Book of Jude: "For certain men have crept in among you unnoticed-- ungodly ones who were designed long ago for condemnation. They turn the grace of our God into a license for immorality, and they deny our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ." Jude 1:4
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The Wave Goodbye
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Proverbs 22:6
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Hell's Kitchen
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Praying with angels . . .
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World Traveller
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Anger Out of Control!
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| "But now you must rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips." Colossians 3:8 |
Description of Illustration: anger on her face, eyebrows, intense expression, holding her head, black and white clip art, three scriptures from: Colossians, James, and Proverbs
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| "Fools give full vent to their rage but the wise bring calm in the end." Proverbs 2: 9-11. |
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Spreading Slander and Gossip
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| "Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen." Ephesians 4:29 |
Description of Illustration: couple at a nail salon spreading juicy gossip, slander, joy over the troubles of others, black and white line drawing, three scriptures: Ephesians 4:29, Exodus 2:31, Leviticus 19:16
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| "Do not spread false reports. Do not help a guilty person by being a malicious witness." Exodus 2:31 |
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| "Do not go about spreading slander among your people. Do not do anything that endangers your neighbor's life. I am the LORD. Leviticus 19:16 |
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The Eavesdroppers
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Thursday, March 23, 2017
Contemplating Suicide?
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The Piano Player
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The Beatitudes in Ukrainian
Description of Illustration: Beatitudes, Ukrainian language, (NKJV), from the Sermon on The Mount, words of Jesus, including 2 cross references Philippians 1:29 and James 1:2, floral motif, decorative boarder, transparent background, black text, the entire chapter of Matthew 5,
(блаженства, книга Матвія)
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5 "Blessed are the poor in spirit,
For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn,
For they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
For they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst
for righteousness,
For they shall be filled.
Blessed are the merciful,
For they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart,
For they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
For thy shall be called sons of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted for
righteousness' sake,
For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
"Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake.
"Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you." Matthew 5: 1-12 (NKJV)
Cross References:
- "Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds," James 1:2
- "For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for Him," Philippians 1:29
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Wednesday, March 22, 2017
About Christian Symbolism
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| Two peacocks, symbolizing paradise and immortality, on a fragment from an eighth century ciborium from a church in Italy |
Symbols or emblems are by no means all of one sort, but are more or less clearly to be classified under distinct headings.
Some are purely symbolical or allegorical: the pelican, or the phoenix, or the pomegranate, if taken as emblems of the LORD, are simply so taken as figuring some qualities recognized by the faithful as pertaining to Christ.
So with some of the saintly emblems : the burning heart of S. Augustine, or the beehive of S. Ambrose, and the two pillars of S. Athanasius, these figure not the deeds but the character of those signified.
Others are doctrinal: the Divine Hand, the interlaced triangles, or the shield of the Trinity, or the IX0Y2 (Greek letters), for instance. These convey to us the faith of the Church.
Again, there are those purely metaphorical. We show our LORD as the Good Shepherd, because He said, "I am the Shepherd; "or as a rose, since He said, "I am the Rose;" or the Agnus Dei, because the Baptist said, " Behold the Lamb of GOD."
Then there is a very large class formed by such emblems as are intended to be distinctly historical. Such are the saltire of S. Andrew, the wheel of S. Catharine, and the many other tokens of the sufferings of the saints. So the emblems of the Passion and the whole heraldry of the Cross fall under the same classification.
There are, too, emblems official: the mitre, the Papal tiara, the helmet, the staff, the cope, the dalmatic, and a score of other badges of office are attributed to those who probably never wore the things at all, and certainly did not do so in the form portrayed. The first martyr, S. Stephen, did not wear a dalmatic with an appareled alb; nor did S. Peter ever see a tiara or a patriarchal cross. But what can we do, save use the " signs of the times " we are working in, and be therewith content ? I don't for a moment suppose, when designing an Athanasius, in a fifteenth century cope, with a legend in black letter, and a shaven face, surmounted by a jeweled mitre, that he ever looked a bit like that. But he does look like a bishop of the Catholic Church, and he fits in with his English surroundings when so depicted.
If realism be insisted upon, scarcely any representation will be possible; since we cannot be sure of the shape and pattern, the color of the clothing: still less of the features, the beard, and hair of any early saint. Realism, too, would prohibit the attempt to show the sacred hierarchy of heaven, and we can only credit the angels, in their orders and courses, with the emblems, by common consent appropriate to their names and dignities.
Other emblems are representative, not of the saints, but of their work or trade: the shoes of S. Crispin or the tent-maker's tools of Priscilla show their handicraft; while the fetters of S. Leonard show, not his own chains, but those worn by the recipients of his goodness.
The next class would be described by heralds as canting. This unsavory word, however, is not meant (even heraldically) in an invidious sense. Arms are called "canting," or parlant, when they form a rebus, or a play upon a name. A bolt in a tun for " Bolton," a man in a tree for " Manningtree," are, without question, of the same sort as S. Agnes' lamb, S. Cornelius' horn, and S. Sidwell's scythe.
What to say of S. Christopher I know not. Tradition says that he was a heathen giant Offero, but having "carried Christ " he became Christo-pher, and is so represented. Either the name gave the legend, or the legend the name who can say ?
A last division may, perchance, be called traditional, in its modern and false sense, i.e., something carried on from nowhere! It would seem that there is neither rhyme nor reason for a large number of such emblems, save the individual fancy of some unknown artist, whom others followed blindly.
Books, which the holders never wrote, and probably never read, are, of course, merely vague and uncertain. But why S. John of Ely should have a sun and moon is more than one can tell. Certain it is that license has been freely taken in this direction, and perchance it may be extended even to us, if we
only avail ourselves of it when all else fails. Geldart
Some are purely symbolical or allegorical: the pelican, or the phoenix, or the pomegranate, if taken as emblems of the LORD, are simply so taken as figuring some qualities recognized by the faithful as pertaining to Christ.
So with some of the saintly emblems : the burning heart of S. Augustine, or the beehive of S. Ambrose, and the two pillars of S. Athanasius, these figure not the deeds but the character of those signified.
Others are doctrinal: the Divine Hand, the interlaced triangles, or the shield of the Trinity, or the IX0Y2 (Greek letters), for instance. These convey to us the faith of the Church.
Again, there are those purely metaphorical. We show our LORD as the Good Shepherd, because He said, "I am the Shepherd; "or as a rose, since He said, "I am the Rose;" or the Agnus Dei, because the Baptist said, " Behold the Lamb of GOD."
Then there is a very large class formed by such emblems as are intended to be distinctly historical. Such are the saltire of S. Andrew, the wheel of S. Catharine, and the many other tokens of the sufferings of the saints. So the emblems of the Passion and the whole heraldry of the Cross fall under the same classification.
There are, too, emblems official: the mitre, the Papal tiara, the helmet, the staff, the cope, the dalmatic, and a score of other badges of office are attributed to those who probably never wore the things at all, and certainly did not do so in the form portrayed. The first martyr, S. Stephen, did not wear a dalmatic with an appareled alb; nor did S. Peter ever see a tiara or a patriarchal cross. But what can we do, save use the " signs of the times " we are working in, and be therewith content ? I don't for a moment suppose, when designing an Athanasius, in a fifteenth century cope, with a legend in black letter, and a shaven face, surmounted by a jeweled mitre, that he ever looked a bit like that. But he does look like a bishop of the Catholic Church, and he fits in with his English surroundings when so depicted.
If realism be insisted upon, scarcely any representation will be possible; since we cannot be sure of the shape and pattern, the color of the clothing: still less of the features, the beard, and hair of any early saint. Realism, too, would prohibit the attempt to show the sacred hierarchy of heaven, and we can only credit the angels, in their orders and courses, with the emblems, by common consent appropriate to their names and dignities.
Other emblems are representative, not of the saints, but of their work or trade: the shoes of S. Crispin or the tent-maker's tools of Priscilla show their handicraft; while the fetters of S. Leonard show, not his own chains, but those worn by the recipients of his goodness.
The next class would be described by heralds as canting. This unsavory word, however, is not meant (even heraldically) in an invidious sense. Arms are called "canting," or parlant, when they form a rebus, or a play upon a name. A bolt in a tun for " Bolton," a man in a tree for " Manningtree," are, without question, of the same sort as S. Agnes' lamb, S. Cornelius' horn, and S. Sidwell's scythe.
What to say of S. Christopher I know not. Tradition says that he was a heathen giant Offero, but having "carried Christ " he became Christo-pher, and is so represented. Either the name gave the legend, or the legend the name who can say ?
A last division may, perchance, be called traditional, in its modern and false sense, i.e., something carried on from nowhere! It would seem that there is neither rhyme nor reason for a large number of such emblems, save the individual fancy of some unknown artist, whom others followed blindly.
Books, which the holders never wrote, and probably never read, are, of course, merely vague and uncertain. But why S. John of Ely should have a sun and moon is more than one can tell. Certain it is that license has been freely taken in this direction, and perchance it may be extended even to us, if we
only avail ourselves of it when all else fails. Geldart
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Christian Symbols for Chrismon Crafts
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| Samples of the Christian/Chrismon patterns found in the following collection. |
- About Christian Symbolism
- Best Guide to Chrismons for Christmas
- "Worship Without Words" by Patricia S. Klein
- More Christian Symbols at Color The Bible
- What Symbols Are Used for Both Christ and His People?
Patterns for Christmas Trees or Specifically Chrismon Trees: I have included both ancient and contemporary patterns here now. Print out the explanations and scriptures for teaching and sharing with your church members this coming Christmas/Advent season and craft meaningful ornaments that point to the Messiah!
- Babe In The Manger Symbol
- A 16th Century Pomegranate Design for Chrismons
- Four Sun Symbols for a Chrismon Christmas Tree
- A Simple Fleur De Lys
- The Magen David Symbol
- A Tudor Wild Rose Design
- A Tudor Rose Medallion including stem and leaves
- Three Rings Represent The Trinity
- Grape Patterns for Chrismon Trees
- The Passion Cross or the Calvary Cross
- The Peacock Symbol
- The Greek Cross Chrismon Pattern
- Sheaves of Wheat for a Chrismon Tree
- The Cross of Glory Chrismon
- The Escallop Sea Shell
- Trinity Emblems With The Name of God in Hebrew
- Olive Branch Chrismon Pattern
- Cross of Constantine Pattern - two versions
- Italian Lamb of God for Chrismons
- The Phoenix Rising as A Christian Symbol
- The Divine Hand of Christ Chrismon
- The Fish Symbol or ICHTHYS
- The Eagle With Her Eaglets Chrismon Symbol...
- "IHS" Plus a Crown Pattern for Chrismons
- Lion and Palm Leaves Chrismon
- The Lion Symbol
- Saint Andrew's Cross Chrismon Pattern
- Seraphim in The Throne Room...
- The Gospel Cross Chrismon
- The Descending Dove or Divine Dove Symbol
- The Thistle Symbol
- A Cross Confirmation Banner by Kathy Grimm
- An Epiphany Star Pattern for a Chrismon Tree
- Davidic Harp Chrismon Patterns
- Ancient Laurel Crown Symbolism
- The Virgin Holding Baby Jesus Chrismon
- The Latin Cross Pattern
- The Crown Symbol for a Chrismon Christmas Tree
- Sword Symbols in Chrismons
- Planet Earth Symbol
- Ancient Woven Cross Pattern
- The Creator's Hand Symbol
- Trinity ring symbols from the catacombs...
- The Anchor/Cross Symbol
- Combined Triangle, Trinitarian, Dove Symbol - multiple trefoil designs here
- Dove With Olive Branch Symbol
- An Inhabited Cross Chrismon
- Embroider a Red Rose to Represent Christ's Passion
- The Open Bible Chrismon
- The Savior's Anchor Symbol
- Chalice Pattern No. 1 for Chrismons
- Luther's Rose From 1530
- Lamp Symbolism for Chrismons
- Two Sacred Heart Symbols
- The Crown of Martyrdom
- The Trinity Fish Symbols
- Three Pelican Chrismon Symbols
- The Heart Symbol for Chrismons
- The Creator of Souls Chrismon
- Cherubim Chrismon Pattern
- A Shamrock Chrismon Symbol
- Bell Symbolism for Chrismon Ornaments
- Three Crown of Thorns Chrismon Patterns
- Early Trinity Symbols in Chrismons
- The Divine Three In One
- The Seven Candles Symbol
- Crosses from The Christian Celts
- Three gold patterned papers for Chrismon crafting
- The Eagle is The Gospel of St. John's Symbol
- The Ox is The Gospel of St. Luke's Symbol
- The Man With Wings is The Gospel of St. Matthew's Symbol
- The Lion is The Gospel of St. Mark's Symbol
- A Simple Swiss Bell Pattern
- Three additional fleur-de-lys patterns for Chrismons...
- The Ark Symbol
- Stone Tablets from Genesis
- The Keys To The Kingdom Symbol
- The Ox Symbol
- The Ark of The Covenant Symbol
- The Trinity Knot Symbol or The Triquetra
- The Passover Symbols
- The Bishop's Mitre or Miter Symbolism
- The Tower of David Symbol
- The Fountain of Salvation Symbol
- Prayer Symbolism for Chrismons
- Symbols of Instruments for Music Inspired Chrismons
- The Church As A Ship Symbol
- Lilium Candidum Symbol of The Annunciation
- The Daisy Symbol for A Chrismon Tree
- The Agnus Dei Symbol With 7 Seals
- Gladiolus Symbol for ''The Word Made Flesh''
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| Sample Chrismon craft projects from my family Christmas blog. I've linked to these below. |
- Craft Easy Nativity Star Ornaments
- Make a Vintage 1950s Popsicle Stick Angel
- Craft an Ornament of The Baby Jesus in His Manger
- A Triquetra Knot Chrismon, Cut from A Sherensnitte
- A Manger Scherenscnitte Pattern by Kathy Grimm
- Craft a Communion Cup for The Chrismon Tree
- Craft Tear Drop Shaped Chrismons with Shells
- Craft An Anchored Chrismon Cross
- Craft a Papier Mâché Chrismon Candle
- Craft a Dove Chrismon, Symbolic of The Holy Spirit
- Craft the Three Nails and a Fish Chrismon
- Craft baby Jesus in a walnut shell
- Handmade Pearl Ornament
- Craft a beaded cross
- A Sheave of Wheat Chrismon
- The Open Bible Chrismon
- DIY the Prophet Jonah and Whale
More Videos About Chrismons:
- Chrismon Tree Video by Bishop Andy Doyle
- Light and Life - a service of Christmons
- How to video for Chrismon bell
- How to video for an angel
- How to make a pearl flower - these would look nice on a Chrismon tree
I've been publishing on the web for over 30 years now. I am a former teacher, an artist, a volunteer archivist and I generate large collections of educational artifacts for teachers, ministry and home schooling parents on my blogs.
A 16th Century Pomegranate Design for Chrismons
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| 16th Century Pomegranate Design. |
This pomegranate design comes from the sixteenth century.
Pomegranates are not nearly as commonplace as other emblems in the Christian church. In fact, a large proportion of the pomegranates turn out to be pineapples when examined closely. Pomegranates in later centuries often are depicted in the royal badges of the Tudors, and are not intended to be church emblems at all.
The fruit was, however, an accepted symbol of the richness of Divine Grace, and is either shown split open, with the abundant seeds of new life showing, or it is "voided," and the sacred monogram occupies the space. Certainly, after the rose, it was the favorite flower on which the broiderers showed their skill.
For those of you crafting Chrismons strickly in white and gold, I would suggest perhaps the exception to this rule of practice be made. For the seeds central to the pattern here would be lovely in a brilliant, bloody red and an appropriate color choice this would be too, for the seed of Christ is often associated with his precious blood.
There is also a crown included at the top of this pomegranate as well. (symbolic for Christ) A unique design for Chrismon collectors and crafters everywhere.
Scripture References for The Pomegranate Chrismon:
Scripture References for The Pomegranate Chrismon:
- "But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble." James 4:6 (KJB)
- "Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need." Hebrews 4:16 (KJB)
Labels:
Messianic Illustrations,
Messianic representations in Chrismon ornaments,
Patterns for Chrismons
I've been publishing on the web for over 30 years now. I am a former teacher, an artist, a volunteer archivist and I generate large collections of educational artifacts for teachers, ministry and home schooling parents on my blogs.
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