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The Cross
- Thread starter John Wolf
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Mark Hampton
New member
I am not a Christian but am very moved by the sacrifices made by spiritual figures of various faiths throughout history. What symbolizes this better than the cross? A theme for the Easter season and beyond.
John
John, as ever I like your work. But the cross doesn't work for me on that level. I like the flying V extending from the crotch
Cheers
Charlotte Thompson
Well-known member
John
well it works for me! I love how the birds are flying from the statue as if a metaphor for spirit that has left its earth bounds-
The black and white as almost faded also claims a lack of life in metaphor concerning the statue-It is decidedly Christian and many are Christians-
Charlotte-
well it works for me! I love how the birds are flying from the statue as if a metaphor for spirit that has left its earth bounds-
The black and white as almost faded also claims a lack of life in metaphor concerning the statue-It is decidedly Christian and many are Christians-
Charlotte-
Ruben Alfu
New member
This morning my wife asked me to install some decorative crosses she bought yesterday. At the shop they used newspaper of the day to wrap the crosses so it was normal to see easter related news. The headline reads "Jesus, his idol." I though that was a nice opportunity to contribute to this thread so I grabbed some shots before putting on my handyman hat.
Regards,
Ruben
Regards,
Ruben
Asher Kelman
OPF Owner/Editor-in-Chief
John,
The crucifix is a powerful symbol. One glance sends us back through history and all sorts of memories get awoken. There's no symbol except "Gas next exit" or "minefield" that arouses a range of emotions more than the cross!
Asher
Asher Kelman
OPF Owner/Editor-in-Chief
Ruben Aflu: The Cross: "Jesus, his idol."[
Ruben,
This is excellent. There are no pretenses or pomposity! The crosses like these are "of and for the people" and very different. They're the glue of families and a sense of identity to communities. This is a personal treasure of ordinary folk who want to be kind to one another, feed their children, have good fortune and a safe presence on earth.
The giant crosses are symbols of authority and accountability and power, advertising presence and services and a welcome for the traveler or those who need to pray.
Asher
Ruben Alfu
New member
Thanks Asher,
For me, the cross is not only the most sacred symbol but also a simple and beautiful message of what Christianity is all about.
Regards,
Ruben
Asher Kelman
OPF Owner/Editor-in-Chief
Faith can be a wonderful gift with the simple message of "Peace on earth and good will to all men", [and women, of course] or the old Testament term, "Love you neighbor as yourself!". Why is it that we find this so hard to implement?
Asher