St. Anthony's Cross (Noun)
Meaning
Cross resembling the Greek letter tau.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The Saint Anthony's Cross is a symbol of protection and healing in many cultures.
- In heraldry, the Saint Anthony's Cross is often depicted as a red cross with flared ends.
- The Saint Anthony's Cross is also known as the Tau Cross, due to its resemblance to the Greek letter tau.
- The Saint Anthony's Cross has been used as a symbol of the Franciscan Order since the 13th century.
- The Saint Anthony's Cross is often displayed in churches and homes as a symbol of devotion to Saint Anthony of Egypt.