The term "Chrismon" refers to Christ's Monogram and each symbol chosen reflects an aspect of Christ's life and/or ministry. The colors, white and gold, symbolize purity and royalty, respectively. Traditionally, Chrismons are placed on an evergreen tree, surrounded by the green that represents eternity.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Twelve Point Star
symbolizes the Epiphany, the twelfth day of Christmas when we celebrate the coming of the wise men to visit the Christ Child
Lotus
a Hindu symbol that represents the eternal life to which we bloom after we rise from the muck of this world
Icthus
an ancient Christian symbol used to identify fellow Christians, 'icthus' comes from the Greek anagram which stands for 'Jesus Christ God's Saviour Son'
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Alpha and Omega
symbolizes the Lord's position as the beginning and the end just as Alpha is the first letter of the Greek alphabet and Omega is the last
Monday, October 19, 2009
Rose Window #1
a Christian mandala. A mandala is a circular design which appears in many religions and cultures. In Christian churches, the Rose Window lifts the eyes of the people up toward God.
Rose Window #2
a Christian mandala. A mandala is a circular design which appears in many religions and cultures. In Christian churches, the Rose Window lifts the eyes of the people up toward God.
Rose Window #4
a Christian mandala. A mandala is a circular design which appears in many religions and cultures. In Christian churches, the Rose Window lifts the eyes of the people up toward God.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Rose Window 5
A mandala is a circular design which appears in many religions and
cultures. In Christian churches, the Rose Window lifts the eyes of the
people up toward God.
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