St. Patrick's Cross

History and Symbolism of the Celtic Cross There are many variations of the legends about the Celtic Cross. In modern times the ringed cross is sometimes a symbol of faith or to show ones Irish, Scottish or Welsh identity. An Irish Catholic priest might tell you that the circle on a Celtic Cross is a symbol of eternity that represents the unending love that God showed through Jesus' crucifixion. He might also say that the …

…art historian, said that he cross symbolizes a transition in design. It was probably one of the earliest stone sculptures to be broken free from the slab. The main figure on the east side of the cross could quite possibly represent Christ's crucifixion. It two figures on either side of Christ's head might be angles. There are two people adjoining Christ's body could possible be Mary and John, the two thieves or maybe the soldiers.