st. anthony's cross
Definition
Noun A cross shaped like the Greek letter tau (T). It is a Christian symbol also known as a tau cross or crux commissa.
Usage
The term "St. Anthony's cross" is used specifically to refer to the T-shaped cross in historical, religious, and heraldic contexts. * The ancient symbol on the monastery's seal was a St. Anthony's cross. * In heraldry, a St. Anthony's cross is a common charge.
Advanced Usage
- Historical and Religious Significance: The cross is associated with Saint Anthony of Egypt and later with the Antonine religious order. It is also considered a symbol of salvation and is sometimes called the "Old Testament cross."
- Distinction from Other Crosses: It is important to distinguish it from the Latin cross (†), which has a longer descending vertical arm.
Variants and Related Words
- Tau cross: A direct synonym referencing the Greek letter shape.
- Crux commissa: A Latin term meaning "joined cross," used in scholarly contexts.
Synonyms
- Tau cross
Related Phrases and Symbols
- Antonine cross: Another name linking it to the religious order.
- Egyptian cross: A name referencing its geographical and historical origins.
Noun
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cross resembling the Greek letter tau
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