Symbol of Christianity & Should a Christian wear Cross

Why do Christians wear the cross when it was supposedly the instrument of Jesus death ?

The cross is loved and respected by millions of people. The Encyclopedia Britanica calls the cross "the principal symbol of the christian religion." Neverthelwss true Christians do not use the cross in worshil. Why not?

An important reason is that Jesus did not die on a cross. The Greek generally translated "cross" is 'stauros,' it basically means "an upright pale or stake." 'The Companion Bible points out: "Stauros" never means two pieces of timber placed accross at any angle....There is nothing in the Greek of the 'new Testament' even to imply two pieces of timber.' In several texts, bible writers use another word for the instrument of Jesus' death. It is the Greek word xylon.(Acts5:30,10.39;Galatians3:13 1Peter2:24) "Thisword simply means'timbera stick,club or tree"

Explaioningwhy a simple stake was often used for execution the book (Das Kreutz und die Kreuzung(The Cross and the Cricifixtion)by, Hermann Fulda,states:"Trees were not everywhere available at the places chosen for public execution.' So a simple beam was sunk into the ground. On this the outlaw with hands raised upward and often also with their feet , were bound or nailed."

There is no evidence that for the first 300 years after Christs death those claiming to be Christians used the cross in worship. In the fourth century, however, pagan Emperor Constantine became a convert to apostate Christianity and promoted the cross as its symbol. Whatever Constantine's motives, the cross had nothing to do with Jesus Christ. The cross in fact, pagan in origin. The New Catholic Encyclopedia admits:"The cross is found in both pre-Christian and non Christian cultures." Various other authorities have linked the cross with nature worship and pagan sex rites.

Why then was this pagan symbol promoted? "Aparently, to make it easiier for pagans to accept Christianity." Nevertheless, devotion to any pagan symbol is clearly condemned in the Byble(2Corinthians6:14-18) The Scriptures also forbid all forms of idolatry. (Exodus20:4,5 1Corinthians 10:14 Wth good reason , therefore, true Christians do not use the cross in worship.

2Corinthians 6:14-18 Exodus20:4,5 1Corinthians 10:14

There is much debate as to whether or not it is appropriate—or even sinful—to wear crosses and crucifixes as jewelry. Christians did not begin wearing crosses around their necks until after crucifixion was no longer the primary source of capital punishment; therefore, it is not equivalent to a modern-day person wearing a miniature death chamber around his neck, as some have suggested. Many look at the cross as simply the instrument of death used to slay our beloved Savior. Because it was God's will, Jesus willingly went to the cross, taking upon Himself the sins of the world, cleansing those who believe in Him of their own sins.

The only reason Scripture would forbid wearing a cross or crucifix would be if the object became an idol used for worship (1 Corinthians 10:14) or if the wearer were consumed with how the jewelry made her look (1 Peter 3:3). Many people wear the cross or crucifix as a fashion piece without concern for its symbolism or a desire to represent Christ. But that should not mean Christians can't or shouldn’t wear them. Many Christians wear crosses as a proud expression of their love, respect, and service to Christ, along with a remembrance of what He did for us.

Another concern is when people allow objects such as crosses, crucifixes, figurines, rosaries, bumper stickers, etc., to take the place of the true change that should take place in our hearts. The things we wear, carry, or put on our cars are not what make us Christians. God is not concerned with what we wear as long as we do not dress in a way that would cause anyone to stumble in his or her walk with God (Romans 14:20) and we are not absorbed with our looks or our possessions. He is searching out our hearts to find who is faithful to Him and whether we encourage and show love to others. It is not for any of us to judge whether wearing a cross is proper or not; every Christian has to seek God's approval in all he does. If it is not clearly outlined in Scripture whether a practice is lawful or edifying, then the practice is one better left to each person’s conscience.

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