Scripture Cross - Clonmacnois, Ireland
Item Number: MH131
The Scripture Cross was inspired by a 9th century cross that stands 13 feet high in Clonmacnois, Ireland. Monks used panels of the scripture crosses like a picture book to teach about Christ. The scenes may identified from the bottom upwards. Joseph interprets the dream of Pharaoh's Butler, Chief Butler hands the drinking horn to Pharaoh, Christ handing the key to Peter and the book of the New Testament to Paul' In the center: The Last Judgement-Christ carrying the cross-staff and scepter. Souls on the left coming to Christ or Heaven and souls on right going away from Christ. On the top: Christ in glory accompanied by two angels.
This Cross requires a 2 Week Lead time
- Cross Measures 16¼" x 7¼"
- Handcrafted replica of artifact from Ireland
- Wire hanger attached for easy hanging
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