Product Description: Byzantine Olive Wood Cross
This beautiful Byzantine cross, hand-carved from fine Bethlehem olive wood, is a sacred work of art that embodies deep spiritual meaning and craftsmanship. Every detail is carefully crafted with devotion, making it an object of faith and timeless beauty.
Main Features:
Material: Bethlehem olive wood, known for its hardness, unique grain, and historical connection to the Holy Land.
Workmanship: Hand carving, which guarantees the uniqueness of each piece and artisanal care.
Iconography:
Crucified Christ: The central figure, represented with dignity and serenity, typical of Byzantine iconography that emphasizes victory over death.
INRI: The inscription placed above Christ's head, an acronym for "Iesus Nazarenus Rex Iudaeorum" (Jesus of Nazareth King of the Jews).
Skull of Adam: Placed at the base of the cross, it symbolizes the redemption of original sin through the sacrifice of Christ.
Angels: Often depicted on the sides of the cross, they testify to divine glory and celestial presence.
Virgin Mary and Saint John: At the foot of the cross, they represent the compassion and witness of the Church.
Symbols of the Four Evangelists: Often present at the ends of the arms of the cross (Eagle for John, Lion for Mark, Bull for Luke, Man/Angel for Matthew), symbolizing the universal diffusion of the Gospel.
Inscriptions in Greek/Slavic Church: Biblical phrases or sacred invocations, which enrich the theological meaning.
Origin: Bethlehem, Holy Land, conferring an authenticity and a special bond with the sacred places.
Dimensions: Variable, suitable for both