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The Cross Its History and Symbolism

The Cross Its History and Symbolism

Benson, George Willard

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral ChristianityGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1161371281
ISBN13: 9781161371284
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 234
Weight: 1.83
Height: 0.56 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Cross Its History and Symbolism is a comprehensive book written by George Willard Benson that explores the history and significance of the cross as a religious symbol. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the cross, including its origins, its use in various religious traditions, and its symbolism in Christian theology. Benson provides a detailed analysis of the different types of crosses, such as the Latin cross, the Greek cross, and the Celtic cross, and explores their meanings and significance. He also discusses the use of the cross in art and architecture, and its role in shaping the history of Christianity. The book is well-researched and offers a fascinating insight into the cross as a symbol of faith and devotion. It is an essential read for anyone interested in religious symbolism and the history of Christianity.1934. An account of the symbol more universal in its use and more important in its significance than any other in the world. This book is a suggestive, not exhaustive, history of the cross. It contains many authentic facts, legendary tales, curious customs, strange superstitions about the cross and tells of notable events and personages that are interwoven in its history. Beautifully illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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