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Tag Archives: symbols

In Defense of the Catholic Crucifix

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Christopher Smith

A few years ago I corresponded with some Mormons who complained that Catholic-style crucifixes are “gruesome” and “creepy.” (For those who don’t know, a crucifix is a depiction of Christ hanging on the cross.) I suspect that this complaint stems from a … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Interfaith | Tagged Catholicism, cross, crucifix, interfaith dialogue, symbols

Banishing the Cross: The Emergence of a Mormon Taboo

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Michael Reed

Confession:  When I was just a teenage boy, I shoplifted from a local mini-market a silver plated cross necklace, and defiantly wore it to church on the following Sunday.  I wore the necklace for the purpose of making a statement to … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Reviews | Tagged cross, symbols
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