32. The empty cross represents the instrument of torture defeated where the victim has walked away. It is an image of God’s power and hope. Some crucifixes are of Jesus’ triumph as they see Jesus dressed and wearing a halo, his hand in a sign of blessing. A traditional crucifix of Jesus’ suffering shows him with his head to the side just as he died. He is wearing a crown of thorns and is nailed to give a devotional pose. The anchor cross is a symbol of hope as the anchor held ships safely in place.
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34. The Virgin Mary and Jesus with an ‘aura mandorla’, a full body halo showing a manifestation of God. Stained glass window showing Jesus with a cruciform halo.
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36. The lamb represents Jesus as he is often described as the Lamb of God. The lamb will often be surrounded by a halo to represent holiness. Jesus is often shown as a shepherd with sheep; the sheep representing the followers of Jesus.
37. The snake represents the Devil or sin. The snake wrapped around the cross represents the triumph of Jesus over sin. The dragon is also a symbol of evil. It is sometimes depicted with St George and sometimes with the Archangel St Michael who is believed to have defeated the Devil.
38. The Winged Man represents St Matthew The Lion is a symbol of St Mark. Lions symbolise strength and majesty and therefore represent Jesus. The Eagle is a symbol of St John. It became known as a symbol of the resurrection The Bull or Ox is a symbol of St Luke. The Ox was present at the nativity. Symbols of the Evangelists
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