Christian Symbols Flashcards
What is a sign ?
A sign is a symbolic mark that represents something else.
What is a symbol ?
A symbol is something that represents or stands for something else, esp. a material object representing something abstract.
What is a symbol often used to represent?
Symbols are often used to represent things that are otherwise difficult or impossible to describe.
Name the symbols of Christianity.
- The cross
- The crucifix
- The ichthus
- The bread and wine
- Water
- The laying on of hands
- Paschal candle
- Dove
- Fire
- Olive oil
What does the cross symbol represent in Christianity ?
Symbol of Jesus’ resurrection.
What does the crucifix symbol represent in Christianity ?
The suffering and death of Jesus.
What does the ichthus symbol represent in Christianity ?
The Greek word for fish: I- Jesus C- Christ TH – (of) God U- Son S – Saviour. “Jesus Christ, Son of God, Saviour”
What does the oil symbol represent in Christianity ?
The Holy Spirit anointing.
What does the fire symbol represent in Christianity ?
Presence of the Holy Spirit.
What does the water symbol represent in Christianity ?
Spiritual washing.
What does the wine symbol represent in Christianity ?
Blood of Christ.
What does the bread symbol represent in Christianity ?
Body of Christ.
What is the bread and wine at the heart of?
It is the heart of Eucharist/ Holy Communion/ Lord’s Supper/ Last Supper/ Mass.
What does the paschal candle symbol represent in Christianity ?
Christians moving from darkness into light.
What does the laying on of hand symbol represent in Christianity ?
Oldest Christian Symbol.
