What is the symbolic meaning of the cross?
1) Cross: It is the key and the symbol of the Christian faith; therefore, symbolically, understanding it, opens the door to eternal life. The cross of Jesus is the cross of self-sacrifice, devotion to truth without denying it even unto the last breath, and a foundation of strength, endurance, and suffering for what is right. Biblical Reference: Galatians 3:13 – “Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us–for it is written, ‘Cursed is everyone who hangs on a tree.'” (Deuteronomy 21:22-23) 2) Other Answers: A) There was absolutely no meaning to the cross until Jesus was crucified on it. The Romans wanted to degrade this “strange man” and his beliefs (considered a troublemaker) and if you can remember he had to drag that cross to the place of his crucifixion (it was heavy and the fact he could endure the weight was a miracle in itself). It wasn’t until our dear Jesus had nails driven into each palm of his each hand and his feet and suffered and his blood sewe
