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The Cross: Ancient And Modern

The Cross: Ancient And Modern

Blake, Willson W.

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PhilosophyReligion General Ancient History General

ISBN10: 1428621199
ISBN13: 9781428621190
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 26 2006
Pages: 56
Weight: 0.25
Height: 0.12 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Cross: Ancient and Modern by Willson W. Blake is a comprehensive exploration of the history, significance, and symbolism of the cross. The book delves into the origins of the cross as a religious symbol, tracing its use in ancient cultures and religions, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. It also examines the cross's role in contemporary society, exploring its use in art, fashion, and popular culture.The author provides a detailed analysis of the various types of crosses, including the Latin cross, the Greek cross, and the Celtic cross, among others. He also examines the cross's use in different contexts, such as in religious rituals, as a memorial, and as a symbol of hope and redemption.The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs, as well as a glossary of terms and a bibliography for further reading. The Cross: Ancient and Modern is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and symbolism of this iconic symbol.Includes The Cross In The Orient, The Cross In The Occident, Covering Many Countries And Religions. Illustrated With Numerous Figures Of Crosses, Statues, Etc.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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