Cross or Crucifix? What is the “simple” difference?
Some people wear a crucifix around their neck as a daily reminder, to remember, to give honour to the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross for our sins. To say without speaking, wearing it as a symbol to say “I am of the Roman Catholic, Orthodox or Eastern Church – or perhaps even Lutheran or […] The post Cross or Crucifix? What is the “simple” difference? appeared first on The Leader - The No. 1…
The terms "cross" and "crucifix" are often used interchangeably, but they do have a distinct difference. A cross is a simple symbol, typically a plus sign, representing the instrument of Jesus' crucifixion. It's a reminder of Jesus' sacrifice for our sins and is worn by many Christians to express their faith. A crucifix, on the other hand, is a cross with a figure of Jesus on it.
It's a symbol of Jesus' resurrection, showing that he was not only crucified but also rose again. This is a key belief in Christianity, that Jesus died on the cross and then rose from the dead, defeating death and sin. So, while both are symbols of Jesus' sacrifice, the crucifix also represents his resurrection.
Written by urgent.news from The Leader's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
