The crucifix is a visual reminder of Christ the Man who suffered and died. It was not a book that felt pain, thirsted, and gave up the last breath. It educates your mind by directing you to an image of a perfect man, so that you be a better man yourself. I offer the crucifix as a tool of spiritual exercise toward this goal. If was refused with vehemence.
The crucifix is a visual reminder of Christ the Man who suffered and died. It was not a book that felt pain, thirsted, and gave up the last breath. It educates your mind by directing you to an image of a perfect man, so that you be a better man yourself. I offer the crucifix as a tool of spiritual exercise toward this goal. If was refused with vehemence.
Certainly you know that Protestants and other Non-Catholics have a different regard for graven images than do Catholics.
The scriptures tell the story of Jesus' life, ministry, suffering, and death as well, or better ... than any image could.