Brief Overview Catholics and Protestants read the same Bible but often arrive at different understandings of Mary’s role in salvation history. The angel Gabriel addressed Mary as “full…
Brief Overview The Tau is a T-shaped cross that represents the last letter of the Hebrew alphabet and serves as a powerful symbol of salvation and protection in…
Brief Overview The four symbols of the evangelists are a winged man for Matthew, a lion for Mark, an ox for Luke, and an eagle for John. These…
Brief Overview The Cross and M symbol represents the close connection between Mary and Jesus in the work of salvation. The letter M stands for Mary, while the…
Brief Overview J.M.J. stands for Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, the three members of the Holy Family who lived together in Nazareth. Catholics write these letters at the top…
Brief Overview AM+D+G stands for Ad Maiorem Dei Gloriam, a Latin phrase that translates to "For the Greater Glory of God." This motto originated with Saint Ignatius of…
Brief Overview The halo is a circle of light surrounding the head in religious art that symbolizes holiness, divine grace, and closeness to God. This artistic convention developed…
Brief Overview The Immaculate Heart refers to Mary's heart as pure, sinless, and completely devoted to God from the moment of her conception. This devotion emphasizes Mary's perfect…
Brief Overview The shamrock is a three-leafed plant that Saint Patrick supposedly used to explain the mystery of the Holy Trinity to the Irish people. The three leaves…
Brief Overview The fleur-de-lis is a stylized lily or iris flower that has served as both a royal emblem and a religious symbol throughout history. In Catholic tradition,…
