http://www.saintnicholas.org/sign_of_the_cross.htm
Monday, October 22, 2007
Sign of the Cross
The Sign of the Cross is a ceremonial hand motion made by the vast majority of the world's Christians. It is usually accompanied with the Tritarian Formula ("in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit"). For Christians, the motion symbolizes the Cross on Calvary by tracing the shape of the cross in the air or on one's own body. This act may symbolize confession of faith in the Holy Trinity, a silent declaration of faith in Christ as the Savior and Redeemer of mankind or simply as a prayer.
http://www.saintnicholas.org/sign_of_the_cross.htm
http://www.saintnicholas.org/sign_of_the_cross.htm
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Learning about the meanings behind the sign of the cross helped me grow within myself and learn more about my own religion. Reading through this blog I understand that many of the practices are the same the my family and I participate in. I sign of the cross had a special meaning to me before and after reading this blog now I have such a greater appreciation.This group did a wonderful job explaining details to this religion.
Even though I'm christian, I never realized what making the sign of the cross meant! I agree with Meghan, it really puts more meaning into making the sign of the cross. Thanks!
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