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Tuesday, June 13, 2017

The Crown of Martyrdom

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       The Palm, in Christian art, is the symbol of martyrdom when combined with a crown. It is often found on the tombs of the early mar...

The Virgin Holding Baby Jesus Chrismon

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Mary is pictured: seated on a throne that is carved like a church, on her lap is the baby Jesus, on her head is a crown of honor for her ...

The Descending Dove or Divine Dove Symbol

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       The Holy Ghost, the dove appears in most of the early representations of scenes in Christ's life-- most frequently, perhaps, i...
Saturday, June 10, 2017

Combined Triangle, Trinitarian, Dove Symbol - Many Trefoils

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This trefoil shape also includes a descending dove; a reference to Christ's Baptism.        Trefoil (from Latin trifolium , "...

The Open Bible Chrismon

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I've posted a simple interpretation of this Chrismon here.          The Open Bible symbol reminds us all that God's word shoul...

Babe In The Manger Symbol

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       The baby in the manger serves to remind us of how Jesus first came to earth, fragile and small, through humble beginnings.     ...
Friday, June 9, 2017

Dove With An Olive Branch Chrismon

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         Tertullian (c.160 - c.220) compared Noah's dove in the Hebrew Bible, who "announced to the world the assuagement of...

Sword Symbols in Chrismons

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Sword and scripture of St. Paul symbol based upon Ephesians 6:17.        The Sword, in general sense, is the symbol of violent death or...

The Lion Symbol

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       There are many lion images in scripture and Christian literature that refer to Christ. Below are just a few of the most popular: ...

Trinity Emblems With The Name of God in Hebrew

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         These Trinity symbols share three similar elements: divergent rays, simple triangles, and Hebrew text of God's Name. Durin...

Grape Patterns for Chrismon Trees

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A greyscale of grapes and a leaf.               In Christian iconography, the grape vine or vineyard frequently appears in scripture: ...
Thursday, June 8, 2017

Early Trinity Symbols in Chrismons

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A Trine Compass, described by Chaucer.        Triangle is said to be the oldest symbol to represent the Trinity. The importance of the T...

The Eagle With Her Eaglets Chrismon Symbol...

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Offspring of eagles are called "eaglets." This term is used when three or more Eagles are shown on a field. They represent imm...

Three Crown of Thorns Chrismon Patterns

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Triclavianism is the belief that three nails were used to crucify Jesus Christ.   The exact number of Holy Nails has been a matter of th...

Olive Branch Chrismon Pattern

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The olive-branch is the emblem of reconciliation and peace. Noah was sent an olive leaf by the LORD in the mouth of a dove, after the wat...

Bell Symbolism in Chrismon Ornaments

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This stained glass pattern of a lady musician ringing church bells may be printed and colored in. Hang it on your Chrismon or Christmas t...

The Gospel Cross Chrismon

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The word gospel , meaning "good news" or "glad tidings", is derived from the Greek word εὐαγγέλιον , euangelion . The...