Monday, February 20, 2012

The Inverted Cross

Entrance to Catholic Shrine
The Inverted or Upside-down Cross has mistakenly been associated with "satanism" however it is one of the earliest Christian symbols.  For Catholic Christians it refers to the crucifixion of St. Peter, the first pope.  It is a symbol of the Papacy and therefore can be seen on the Pope's throne and mitre (liturgical hat).

It's symbolism, however, even pre-dates Christianity and it connected in many way to the symbolism of the pentacle and the "Star of David."  We will discuss the symbol in more detail in the future.  For now, take a look at a few photos of the Inverted Cross in use in Catholicism.
Notice the center band and lower band form the inverted cross
(notice also the familiar six-pointed star used as well) 

Pope John Paul II at public event

Again Pope John Paul II and Papal Throne

The coat of arms of the Catholic
Church of Little Rock Arkansas.
(Again notice the star as center)

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1 comment:

  1. AnonymousJune 27, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    I have choosed to believe this is not proof that the inverted cross is catholic. It WAS.
    This is proof the Pope was not catholic.
    // what font did you use for the banner (logo) on the top? it's gorgeeouss*-*

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