The Sign of the Cross: The Gesture, the Mystery, the History

Andreas Andreopoulos

Charmingly and interestingly written exploration of the history and meaning of the Sign of the Cross as practised by Christians since the earliest age. Layers of history and mystery are explored concerning the gesture which is a literal tracing of the Cross of Christ onto the body. Of benefit not only to Orthodox Christians, but to anyone concerned with spritual life. An excellent foreword and introduction are followed by "Experiencing the Sign of the Cross", "The Sign of the Cross: Its History"; "The Need for Symbols and Signs"; "A Prayer to Christ"; and "The Cosmic Cross". Hard-Bound