The cross I wear carries the inscription:
SIGILLVM MILITVM XPISTI
This is medieval Latin for “Sigillum Militum Christi”. “The Seal of the Soldiers of Christ,” or “The Seal of the Knights of Christ.”
The spelling reflects medieval conventions: V was commonly used for U, while XP comes from the Greek Chi-Rho (ΧΡ), an ancient abbreviation for Christos , Christ.
At its center is the red cross, representing Jesus Christ, His sacrifice, and the faith we are called to carry. The Celtic knotwork su... moreThe cross I wear carries the inscription:
SIGILLVM MILITVM XPISTI
This is medieval Latin for “Sigillum Militum Christi”. “The Seal of the Soldiers of Christ,” or “The Seal of the Knights of Christ.”
The spelling reflects medieval conventions: V was commonly used for U, while XP comes from the Greek Chi-Rho (ΧΡ), an ancient abbreviation for Christos , Christ.
At its center is the red cross, representing Jesus Christ, His sacrifice, and the faith we are called to carry. The Celtic knotwork surrounding it symbolizes eternity and the everlasting nature of God.
For me, it is a reminder that following Christ is not passive. We are called to put on the armor of God, stand firm in the faith, serve others, resist evil, and carry our cross faithfully.
“Fight the good fight of faith.” 1 Timothy 6:12
Christ at the center. Faith as the foundation.
