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Armenian Cross

In today's world, Armenian Cross has gained unprecedented relevance. Whether in the field of politics, science, culture or technology, Armenian Cross has become a topic of constant interest and debate. Knowing more about Armenian Cross and its implications is crucial to understanding the current landscape and the trends that are setting the course for the future. In this article we will explore the various facets of Armenian Cross, from its origin to its impact on today's society, to offer a complete and updated view of this phenomenon.

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Armenian cross

An Armenian cross is a symbol that combines a cross with a floral postament or elements. The cross of Armenian Christianity is combined with the Christian cross, and this design was often used for high crosses (khachkar) – a free-standing cross made of stone and often richly decorated.

Pre-Christian connections

The Armenologist James R. Russell notes that the Armenian Cross incorporates influences from Armenia's Zoroastrian past.[1] As Zoroastrian traditions were very much integrated into Armenian spiritual and material culture, they survived the zealotry of the Sasanian priest Kartir (fl. 3rd century) and his successors, and were ultimately incorporated into Armenian Christianity.[1] Russell adds: "The Armenian Cross itself is supported on tongues of flame and has at its center not the body of Christ, but a sunburst".[1]

Drawings of Armenian Cross

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c Russell, J. R. (1986). "ARMENIA AND IRAN iii. Armenian Religion". In Yarshater, Ehsan (ed.). Encyclopædia Iranica. Encyclopaedia Iranica. Vol. II/4: Architecture IV–Armenia and Iran IV. London and New York: Routledge & Kegan Paul. pp. 438–444. ISBN 978-0-71009-104-8.

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