When we decorate with popular symbols, we make a statement about who we are and
what we believe.
Wall crosses are one of the most significant symbols we can use
in our interior decorating scheme. With strong meaning and even stronger
emotional value, crosses are considered a sacred symbol in many cultures. The
basic shape of the wall cross has been around since the beginning of time. Over
its life span, the cross has stood for many things including immortality and
harmony on earth.
When choosing a wall cross you should keep mind your
own beliefs and then do your research. Not all crosses have the same shape or
symbolize the same thing. For example:
- The Latin Cross is the traditional cross shape that most people are familiar
with. It is modeled after the one on which Jesus is thought to have died.
- Following in the Eastern Rite tradition, the Eastern Cross is similar to the
Latin Cross, only with three bars at the bottom, one of them slightly slanted.
The top bar is representative of Pontius Pilate's famous inscription on the
cross. The lower bar stands for the footrest on which Jesus’ feet were placed
with nails. The slanted bar has varying explanations.
- With the bottom part of the cross-shaped like an anchor and the top as a
standard cross, the Anchor Cross symbolizes the hope and the steadiness found in
faith.
- The Calvary Cross stands on three steps--each step is said to stand for one
of three emotions of the heart: faith, hope and love.
- The Celtic Cross has a gothic look and symbolizes spiritual growth, gender
unity, and spirtitual passage.
Among the other wall cross designs are
the Tau Cross, the Gothic Cross, and the Chi-Rho Cross. Each has its own unique
shape, special meaning, and historical background. While adding a decorative
element your walls, wall crosses evoke feelings of peace above a child’s crib,
above a staircase, and in family rooms. Once you settle on a particular type of
cross, you will be able to find variations that can be matched to the lines and
design of your rooms.
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