Why wear Christian Cross jewelry?

Christian Cross jewelry has been around since the Christianization of the Roman Empire under Constantine. And to this day, these religious jewels can be found in jewelry stores the world over. In fact, over 50% of Catholic Christians own a cross necklace.

In fact, you can choose from a wide range of Christian cross jewelry: necklaces, pendants, bracelets, earrings, rings and more. But do you know exactly what it means to wear one? We've put together this article to give you the answer.

In this article, you'll find :

• The history of the Crucifix as a sacred jewel
• The history of the Cross Necklace
• Cross jewelry for men and women

Let's get started.

1) Religious jewelry: the history of the Crucifix

A. Appearance of the Glorious Cross: Religious Church

After the Protestant Reformation of the 16th century, Lutherans generally retained the ornamental and ceremonial use of the cross. Reformed churches, however, resisted this use until the 20th century. Ornamental crosses began to appear on church buildings and communion tables. The Church of England retained the ceremonial signature with the cross in the rite of baptism. Since the mid-19th century, Anglican churches have witnessed a revival in the use of the cross. The crucifix, however, is almost entirely confined to private devotional use. Christian devotion in memory of the Incarnation.

With the advent of Christianity, new importance was attached to the crucifix. It was seen not only as a symbol of Christ, but also as his sacrifice for mankind. Over time, it became a symbolic piece of jewelry often worn by people who had faith in the church.

B. Crucifixion representation

For several centuries after Constantine, Christian devotion to the cross focused on Christ's victory over the powers of evil and death. The first crucifixes (crosses containing a representation of Christ) depicted the living Jesus nailed to the cross. With eyes open and arms outstretched, each crucifix manifested the divine.

In the 4th century, however, artists began to emphasize the realistic aspects of Christ's suffering and death. Subsequently, Western depictions of the Crucifixion, whether painted or sculpted, showed increasing finesse in suggesting pain and agony. Roman crucifixes often feature a royal crown on Christ's head. In the 20th century, Roman Catholicism placed new emphasis on crucifixes in liturgical settings. Christ on the cross is crowned, invested as king and priest, and the marks of his suffering are much less visible.

C. Cross Jewelry: History & Symbolism

The cross, the principal symbol of the Christian religion, recalls the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redemptive benefits of his passion and death. The cross is therefore a sign both of Christ himself and of the Christian faith. In ceremonial usage, making a sign of the cross can be, depending on the context, an act of profession of faith, a prayer, a dedication or a blessing. Many people keep their crosses at home, and wear them only on Mass days in the house of the Lord. We can see these people wearing a Latin Christian cross or crucifix around their neck.

D. Significance of Religious Rings

When it comes to cross jewelry, we tend to think of Christian cross necklaces. Indeed, because of their trendiness and their place in the Christian world, cross necklaces are one of the most worn religious jewels by Christians. But if we take a closer look at all the forms of religious jewelry that exist, it's religious rings that could well be one of the most common forms of expressing one's passion in Christ.

Every religious ring, whether stainless steel, sterling silver or diamond, retains the spirit of Christianity. Like this sublime nuns' ring for a woman, engraved with a Latin Christian cross.

And for men? Actually, there are several varieties of religious rings for men and women. In addition to a cross necklace, a religious ring will help you strengthen your faith.

E. Wearing religious bracelets

If we've told you about religious rings, we should also tell you about religious bracelets. Cross bracelets were shared around the world long after Christian necklaces became widespread. Like religious rings, they were another way of expressing one's will to the Lord.

Today, you'll find several models of religious bracelet having all been made in homage to the Son of God. 🙏

Following on from the religious bracelet, it's the anchor bracelet that is taking on a very important place, not for the religion, but for its popularity and beauty reminding us of the Christian symbol of the Camargue cross.

2) History of the Cross Necklace

A. The first Christians

Thehistory of the cross necklace begins with the Lord Jesus Christ carrying the cross up the hill to the Mount of Calvary. The cross is sometimes called “the cross of Calvary”. The man wearing the cross with a chain or leather necklace bows before the cross of Calvary in remembrance of Christ's sacrifice. The early Christians of Ephesus began to use the cross as a symbol of their belief in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Son of God and Messiah Savior. As such, it was also a symbol of liberation and freedom. It can be seen as the new flag of a newly independent country. When the Lord Jesus declared that His kingdom was to come, believers were freed from condemnation and fear.

Wearing symbols on necklaces was already common at that time in history when Jesus Christ came to be crucified and resurrected three days later from the dead. As the cross became a symbol of faith, it was only natural that it should also be worn as a necklace. However, early Christians, particularly in Roman cities such as Athens and Jerusalem, risked martyrdom by doing so. Wearing the cross at that time defied both Roman pagan tradition and Jewish religious authority. It was a powerful act of defiance, an expression of their faith and a figurative way of showing that they too carried their own cross in following the Lord Jesus.

B. The Good Facts about Cross Necklaces

Crosses have a spiritual power associated with the power, strength, authority and proven power of the Lord Jesus' abilities to love, protect, heal and save. There are countless testimonies of the cross saving lives and thwarting evil. Cross shapes were used as symbols, religious or otherwise, long before the Christian era. But it's not always clear whether they were simply marks of identification or possession, or whether they were significant for belief and worship.

God looks into a person's heart and knows why they wear a cross. We must realize that what we wear will have an influence in our lives. The positive effects of a cross come from finding the meaning of a Christian cross in our lives. We know where the first cross came from, and we know that by wearing it we are paying homage to Jesus' sacrifice. Sharing the cross of Christ is and always will be of great importance to the Lord.

C. Wearing a Cross Necklace

Over time, wearing a cross as a necklace has become increasingly common. In free countries, wearing a cross is widely accepted as an expression of faith in the form of freedom of speech and choice of personal style. Christian and Catholic churches frequently give new believers cross necklaces at the time of their baptism, which some wear for the rest of their lives as symbols of their dedication to the faith. Today, we're blessed with a wide selection of cross necklaces in online boutiques. You'll be one of the first to enjoy fast, free delivery when you order your religious necklace online. 😇

D. Which cross necklace to choose?

In addition to a simple Latin cross, you'll find a wide selection of designs in which crucifix crosses and Christian crosses are represented in a variety of ways. From simplistic crosses to crucifixes, to oversized crosses that can become the focal point of your ensemble. It's possible to find crosses in a wide variety of designs. For example, the Maltese cross, the Celtic cross, the Jerusalem cross, the Camargue cross, the Lorraine cross and many others.

The cross you choose will depend not only on its size and weight, but also on its history and its importance in your life. If choosing a cross is difficult for you, we invite you to read our article on the Significance of Cross Necklaces. After this quick read, you'll know which Christian cross is right for you!

E. Why wear a Silver Cross Necklace?

Made from 55% to 91.7% sterling silver, our jewelry is not only beautiful, it's high quality too. Add to that designs that will suit the tastes of those who wear them.

You'll find silver Christian cross necklaces that go perfectly with formal or religious attire for a priest or nun. As well as pieces that could easily be worn at work or added to your holy day outfit or other festivities. They would also be the ideal gift for someone wishing to expand their faith in the Lord. 🕊️

3) Cross jewelry for men & women

A. Cross jewelry for women

WHY DO WOMEN WEAR RELIGIOUS JEWELRY?

For an outsider, wearing the cross may seem inappropriate. But for those who have experienced its transformative power, it has become the remedy for many women and the world. 😷 It would seem that given the number of Catholics being 2.2 billion, more than half would wear one. Women are the most likely to wear a cross, whether it's a religious ring, bracelet, necklace or even earrings. The question remains: why do women wear Christian crosses?

Seeing celebrities like Kim Kardashian wearing a Christian cross and preserving it in her make-up storage, the answer is more than obvious! Wearing a simple cross or crucifix for a woman comes in the search for faith in her life. This is to support her faith in religion and glorify the cross where Jesus Christ sacrificed himself. The added beauty of some Christian crosses is also a more dynamic way of sharing your passion with loved ones. There are plenty of other jewels made of diamonds, gold or silver with symbols larger or more impressive than a simple Latin cross.

B. Men's Cross Jewelry

WHY DO MEN WEAR RELIGIOUS JEWELRY?

The first men to wear the cross were the first Christians and followers of Jesus Christ. They wore it as a divine symbol of God's spiritual power. As well as being the sacred sign of Jesus' sacrifice, the cross was also a good way of spreading the disciples' faith to future converts who wanted to follow God's word. Wearing the cross was also a way offully assuming their religion wherever they went. They were not ashamed of their faith in religion, and could even be persecuted for wearing the symbol of the cross.

In modern times, men wearing a cross has become a form of worship. Many men are inspired by specific beliefs or sects. Others are simply personal manifestations of belief. Today, we find more and more men wearing the cross of Jesus to match their clothing. On the other hand, if it were just for style, why take up a cross as a decorative accessory? The truth is, even if we look closely, many men wear a cross without being churchgoers. This certainly means that a search for faith has manifested itself in their lives. By wearing a Christian cross, they will feel a source of protective energy from God that will bring them good luck.

C. Is it a sin to wear cross jewelry?

The question of whether Christians should wear religious jewelry is often debated. Although Scripture makes no direct statement on whether religious jewelry is good or bad, there are certain biblical principles that can be applied to this question. On a practical level, we can also ask ourselves: does wearing this particular piece of religious jewelry help me to serve God and share my faith? Do I glorify Christ's sacrifice? Will this cross bring me inner happiness? If so, then it's probably a good idea for you to wear one. As long as carrying a cross isn't for ideas of evil intent, you can carry Christ's cross. 😌

Jesus Christ died for all the sins of the world so that we could have eternal life. God changes men and women through the message of the cross of Christ. God designed the cross to defeat Satan, the deceiver, and Satan's power was broken on the cross. “The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the works of the devil” (1 John 3:8, ESV). Through the cross, God not only defeated Satan, but also drew closer to man. This is glorious news!

4) Choose your Christian Cross Jewellery 🙏

As you've seen from this article, wearing Christian cross jewelry is a way of expressing your belief and belonging to Christianity. It also means that you have accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as your Savior. The Cross is the ultimate symbol of Christ's Passion, the immense sacrifice God made to give us access to eternal life.

You can choose Christian Jewelry™ that suits you best according to your preferences: necklace, pendant, bracelet, earrings and ring.