Cross in the form of colors of the lilies decorated by balls and curls missing from the center, have was extended in Russia in XVII century.
In Christian symbolics the lily is cleanliness, sanctity and humility before the God. "Krini Sel'nie", that is "Lilies fine", named the collections of sermons on Christian virtues Russian sacred. In the Gospel it is told, how the Christ has specified lilies as on the flowers accomplished on beauty. It has resulted them as an example to people, which in cares about terrestrial.
On the back it says " Lord Have Mercy on Me"
The cross comes in tapestry
gift pouch.
SIZE: 1 1/4" x 7/8 with the bail. Size without the bail: 1"
Optional: sterling silver chain, gold plated, 18" length.
The cross contains traditional Orthodox Christian abbreviations in Church Slavonic / Greek-style lettering commonly found on Eastern Orthodox
crosses.
The inscriptions appear to say:
- IC XC = "
Jesus Christ" (Abbreviation from Greek: ΙΗΣΟΥΣ ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ)
- НИКА (NIKA) = "Conquers" or "Victory"
This type of Orthodox cross jewelry is deeply symbolic and often represents:
- victory over death
- faith and protection
- resurrection
- Christ's triumph
