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The Sign of the Cross: The Gesture, The Mystery, The History
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(b. 1966) Andreas Andreopoulos was born in Greece in 1966 and is recognized throughout the world as one of the most eloquent young scholars of Christianity. He earned his PH.D. in Theology at the University of Durham and has taught in Toronto, Montreal, and Philadelphia. He is currently Lecturer of Christian Theology at the University of Wales. ______________ Have you received Christ as your Lord and Saviour? Find out how to do so on our page: Plan of Salvation ______________ Tell others about Jesus like Andreas Andreopoulos does: Though we are not all called to the ministry of a Pastor, Foreign Missionary, Prominent Evangelist, or Christian Writer, we are all called by God to share our faith (witness) with those who are not Christians. Some Bible verses that you will find helpful for doing this, and that you may want to commit to memory are found on other pages on our web site (see: Memory Verses; 2nd Set: Salvation!, Plan of Salvation, and Statement of Faith). ____________ Published by Paraclete Press. ____________ |
Author: Andreas Andreapoulos Foreward by: Frederica Matthewes-Greene Explore the Mystery of the Ancient Gesture that Invites the Cross of Christ Into Our Lives Millions of Christians around the world use the sign of the cross--and have done so for centuries--as a gesture of blessing. It is practiced when alone, during worship, before sleep, upon waking, before eating, before travel, and many other times throughout the day. But, what does it mean? Where did it originate? What did the sign of the cross mean to the first Christians, and how has this simple movement of the hand evolved over the centuries? The sign of the cross is literally a tracing of the Cross of Christ onto the body. By so doing, Christians invite the mystery of the cross into their everyday lives. Now, and for the first time, young Greek scholar Andreas Andreapolous explains the tremendous meaning, mystery, and history of this dramatic gesture shared by Christians worldwide. This readable account will fascinate and inspire all who desire to know more about the inherited spiritual practices of everyday life. "Andreas Andreopoulos has written an unusual and immensely attractive book. Taking the use of the sign of the cross, he explores its history and introduces us to its symbolism, showing how a simple sign draws us into a world of prayer and meaning. This is a book that engages the reader on many levels." -Fr. Andrew Louth (Orthodox priest and author of "The Origins of the Christian Mystical Tradition") ______________________________ Copyright © 2006 by Andreas Andreopolous. ______________________________ |
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"This appealing book provides us with many insihts into the limitless, profound meaning of the sign of the cross. It is my hope that it will acquaint many readers with a Christian custom that has roots deeper in the common history of our faith than anyone knows." -Frederica Mathewes-Green (from the Foreword) ___________________________ See Also:
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Andreas Andreopoulos
Front Cover Design: Gary Gnidovic.
Cover Image: Crucified Christ with the Virgin Mary and St. John / The
Art Archive / Victoria and Albert Museum, London / Sally Chappell.
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