Cross Symbols
Cross Symbols have been used for centuries across various cultures and contexts, carrying deep symbolic meanings and serving multiple purposes. From religious and spiritual significance to their use in marking choices or actions, cross symbols are versatile and powerful icons in digital communication. We provide a variety of cross symbolism in our collection, each with its uses and meanings. Let’s examine these icons, their significance, and how they might improve your online communications.
Religious Crosses
- ✚ Latin Cross: The most recognized symbol of Christianity, representing faith and the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
- ✛ Cross Pattée: Often associated with military and chivalric orders, such as the Knights Templar.
- ✜ Maltese Cross: Represents the Knights of Malta and is often used in heraldry.
- ✝ Christian Cross: A general symbol of Christianity and faith.
- ✞ Cross of Jerusalem: Symbolizes the spread of Christianity and the church’s mission.
- ✟ Cross Fleury: A decorative cross often used in heraldry and religious contexts.
- † Dagger: Used in typography to indicate footnotes or references, but also symbolizes martyrdom and sacrifice.
- ☥ Ankh: An ancient Egyptian symbol representing life and immortality.
Eastern Orthodox Crosses
- ✙ Cross of Lorraine: Features a double horizontal bar, symbolizing Christ’s death and resurrection.
- ☦ Orthodox Cross: The Eastern Orthodox Church uses three horizontal bars with the bottom bar slanted.
Military and Heraldic
- ☨ Cross of Saint George: Associated with Saint George, the patron saint of England.
- ☩ Cross of Saint James: Often used in Spanish heraldry and associated with the Order of Santiago.
- ♁ Earth Symbol: Sometimes depicted as a cross within a circle, symbolizing the Earth and spirituality.
Decorative Crosses
- ☒ Ballot Box with X: Used in voting to indicate a choice or selection.
- ✠ Cross of Saint John: A decorative cross often used in various heraldic contexts.
- ✕ Multiplication Sign: Used in mathematics to denote multiplication, but also signifies rejection or cancellation.
- ❎ Cross Mark Button: Indicates an incorrect choice or rejection.
- ❌ Heavy Cross Mark: Represents a strong denial or rejection.
- ✗ Saltire: A diagonal cross used in heraldry and as a symbol of St. Andrew.
- ✘ Ballot X: Used in voting systems to indicate a choice.
Save all of them in your collection to improve texts by engaging these cross signs. Every mark is explained, so there is no confusion.