symbols

Question 1

Crown of thorns

Answer 1

Was placed on the head of Jesus during events leading up the crucification

It was used to cause him pain to mock his claim of authority.

Significance represents the sin and suffering of Jesus

Question 2

Cross

Answer 2

Represents the sin and suffering of Jesus

Primary symbol of Christianity, symbolize in Christ victory over sin and death through sacrifice

Signifies God’s love for humanity demonstrated through the sacrifice of his son

Question 3

Lamb

Answer 3

Represents Jesus, as the perfect sinless sacrifice offered by God

Draws a parallel to the Passover lamb in the old testament

Symbolizes atonement for the sins of humanity

Question 4

Chi rho

Answer 4

Features the Greek letters, XPIETOE, standing for Christ

In Volks, the crucifer Quetion of Jesus and symbolizes his status as the Christ

Combines the capital P with an ex superimposed over it

Question 5

Fish

Answer 5

Associated with spreading the gospel of Jesus

Used as a secret sign by Christians during periods of persecution,

Linked to Jesus’s words to his first disciples, follow me, and I will make you fishers of men

Question 6

Dove

Answer 6

Represents the Holy Spirit

Linked to Jesus’s baptism of the Holy Spirit, descended upon him.

Represents purity, and the divine presence

Question 7

INRI, inscription

Answer 7

Latin inscription on the cross of Jesus’s head at his crucifer Quetion

Translates to “Jesus of nazareth” king of the Jews

Identifies Jesus, and the charge of which he was crucified

Question 8

Keys to the kingdom of heaven

Answer 8

The keys were given To Peter by Jesus, so that he could build the church and lead it

Catholics believe that this authority has been passed down from Peter to the pope who succeeds him in the role as leader of the church.

The keys appear on the official purple papal symbol