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.

(",) some people said that I have very little knowledge of Christianity & yet dare to talk about it. I dont believe in empty talking. Herewith, its the best for me to support my facts from what stated in the bible (",)

everybody but nobody

I found it quite humouring when everybody saying that they know what their individual dharma is but nobody put it in practice.

No matter what are you; Christian, Muslim, Buddhist, etc. There's one very classic example: no sex before marriage, but if u have broken this rules, what are we to say that...

In the bible, quran, mantra, teaching or so whatever never mentioned that wearing a cross, amulet, etc... Didnt mentioned before the reason of it is not for us to remind about ourselves of the good teaching.

By the end of the day, we just want to get right of the objectives and the end result we wanted it to be.

It's the same in either religion, believes, businesses, work, families relationship and social responbilities.

To believe is mythology, putting it into practice is science- mental health (",)

Nearly everytime, I heard people say, 'You are wrong or whoever is wrong.'
How many times have you ever heard people saying, 'You are right or who so ever is right. It's me who don't get their point right, it's myself who cant accept their idea and give them a chance.'?

Anyway, which mental disorder people will tell you that, I am actually insane?! (",)

5 Kinds of Christians Introduction

Understanding the disparity of those who call themselves Christian in America.


A new national survey co-sponsored by Leadership. Reported by Helen Lee
posted 10/01/2007


Jennifer Hua identifies herself as a Christian. A 35-year-old former attorney studying Christian counseling at the Wheaton College Graduate School (Illinois), she has gone to church all her life and is a lay leader in her suburban Chicago congregation. She furthers her spiritual development by daily Bible reading, prayer, listening to and singing worship songs, and interacting with other Christians. And every few months, she carves out time for a silent retreat. "I do all of these things because I know from past experience I need to recalibrate my mind and my heart to be in tune with God," she says.



James Smith also identifies himself as a Christian. He attended church as a child, but his attendance was minimal as a young adult. He believes in God, occasionally attends Redeemer Presbyterian in Manhattan when his time-consuming job in the finance district allows, but he does not often participate in other activities to further his spiritual life. He has a Bible but rarely opens it; what leisure time he has he spends with friends, most of whom are of different faiths, and he does not necessarily believe that his God is any different from the one his Muslim friend worships.



"I don't think that God would be a God who would shut others out of heaven because they don't use the word 'Christian' to describe themselves," he says.



The United States is described in mainstream media as largely Christian (between 70 and 80 percent, depending on the study, identify themselves as "Christian"), and compared to the rest of the world, this is certainly the case. However, not all within this vast group of Christians are alike.



To understand the range and differences among American Christians, Christianity Today International (publisher of Leadership) recently partnered with Zondervan Publishers to commission Knowledge Networks to conduct attitudinal and behavioral research of U.S. Christians. In September 2006, more than 1,000 self-identified Christians 18 years of age and older were surveyed on their religious beliefs and practices. The results reveal a number of significant differences, illustrated by the examples of Hua and Smith. In fact, portraits of five distinct segments emerged from the study. We have named them Active, Professing, Liturgical, Private, and Cultural Christians.



Each group represents about one-fifth of those identifying themselves as Christian, with Active Christians (such as Hua) most likely to have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ that affects their beliefs and inspires an active church life; Cultural Christians (such as Smith) are least likely to align their beliefs or practices with biblical teachings, or attend church. Between the two is a range of beliefs, commitment levels, and public practice of the faith.



Leadership discussed the survey results with leading pastors and religious experts to ascertain the ramifications for church leaders. Three critical issues emerged:



The local church is no longer considered the only outlet for spiritual growth.


Churches must develop relational- and community-oriented outreach.


Lay people have to be better equipped to be God's ambassadors.

source: http://www.christianitytoday.com/le/2007/fall/1.19.html

Dharma & Innovation

Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔 Confession ♥ I knw da skills of witchcraft (black magic); did it thrice n succeed。。。but it's a sin. I wldnt wan to do it again. 《放下屠刀立地成佛》♥ Sat at 11:54pm via Mobile Web · Comment · Like / Unlike

Raian KingYeah right...


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔for additional info; those who have less gud karma are very easy to be black magic. no matter what amulet o protection they have wt them wont b 100% effective to prevent them frm black magic. my advice to all is to practice dharma n accumulate more merits. quite some hotels director of sales use black magic to get rid of their staffs n other matters.


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Francis Liowu problem child ...


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔haha. a bit lah. not too much


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Terry Chanlet it be amulate or wat so ever, good karma or not, those are only simbols of something... not to be prayed to... if u get into too much of it will only cause u to be cheated. beware


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Raian KingGOD is watching...


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔terry, i hope u show sum respect if u do not knw how d amulets are produced. i dun knw what is ur religion but all have dharma to be practice. if u r a free thinker, u still have the code of conduct to practice ♥ I will share more in http://angeliquetussaud.blogspot.com/


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Terry Channo disrespect, i'm standing in a point of view of "God is not mythological, God is a scientist" . so i see thing alot different than other ppl, even to christians


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔good. u said abt scientific. if u put their teaching practice then its scientific. then can i knw why u r talking to a statue when u r in church? can i knw why christian wore a cross? see things diferently is gud bt b4 tht, u have to study buddhism, christianity n islamic. have you study all that?


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Raian KingHey you both...chill out...this is not a debate center...


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔i never treat it as a debate center o. just tht terry dun understand tht frm d start my advice to all is to practice by logicaly n not mythology.


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Terry Chantherre are no statue, only catholics, and im not one of them, for wat i follow, the teachings, they dun pray to the cross, its only a simbol of love to God, the cross is only an object, if we we take the cross as a "holy object" or same to the bible like wat we see in the movie, its totally wrong.






i came from taoist family, i hav tot thru them ... Read Moreall of my life n i nvr came to understand any of the chinese teachings, cannot ever understand the final question "wat is life, y life,". none of them can answer, its not a debate, jus wanna share wat i've learn all these years.






like my father said, "i have tried all types of oranges, i have tested this one is the sweetest, try it. but u only grab on the only one u have ever known and said dis is the sweetest." as a friend, i care, i wanted to share the facts.


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔sori ya. d word shld b object. i answer u ur questions. you define ur life n why life. if even tht question also need others to define, then we r not humans,we'l b robot. as u said, holy object. d word holy tells all, d holy object must b treated wt respect regardles of cross,bible,amulets, etc. in bible, there's where u find dharma. the word ... Read Moredharma doesnt meant for Buddhist. D word karma, yes, its for Buddhism. Taoist, i m too. Bt for sure u knw Guan Gong belöngs to Taoist bt he do partly of Buddhism.


One thing u must do is to practice dharma n then u can define what life is n why life. Abt d orange topic. I m sure u cant try all d oranges in tis whole world which is imposible. We can compared between those we have o manage to tried b4.


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Terry Chanwell, to believe or not its up to u, all i wanna say is if u are the creator, and all ur creations dun trust in u, turn to others and say they are true, how would u feel?






i understands (not fully) how God feels, sad, dissapointed, the ones i created and loved so much dun love me, disobeys me. and it really doesn't feel good. God loves us all, ... Read Moretreated us like our own parents, maybe more. if u hav time, at least try to understand him. it might not be a sudden change of faith dats for sure, but it sure does open up our mind. sometimes pride jus gets in the way. i might not be the model citizen in christian society, but i do hope all other ppl can see the truth b4 its too late.


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔and about the real purpose of wearing a cross or amulet is to remind urself of d dharma teaching by ur religion. just like keeping ur mum's photo wt u all d time. whenever u see it, it wil reminds u of what ur mum has thought u b4.


its just like entering primary school. u can choose chinese, english o malay school. they all teach u what u need to knw. bt later on, how u wan to use it o dun wan to use it, depends on urself.


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔last, u stil dun understand what is d true meaning of it. u still name it as God. What is d purpose? Dharma is the purpose. When i never study dharma in details b4, i think like u n its useless for any1 to explain to me. I m sure tht if i continue explain to u here, u'l stil hold on what u have been mindset with all these years. If u reli want to ... Read Moreget d answer who no one can answer u- pls empty ur mind, then read books on dharma. U can find it in mph, kechara paradise. Bt i prefer u go to kechara paradise. They can guide u better.


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔as a teacher, God or coach who has been enlighten. They wil not be disapointed. Eg: why shld i b disapointed wt u if u disagree wt me here o what so ever. I have did my part to help,then whether u acept my help o not, it depends on u. By d end of d day, its u who benefits frm it. Not me ♥


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Terry Channope, i reseted the mindset years ago. for someone filled with pride of themselves its hard to explain, no offense though. breaking one self's pride down is one hard thing to do


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔ok its up to u. last bt not least, u can hold on onto what u think is gud for u bt try to read more other believes o teaching wont do u any harm. i have put my pride down respecting ur mindset. i hope u can do d same. putting ur pride down is not a dificult thing to do; if u really got d rite teaching n guidance on life. ♥


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Raian Kingbible never said anything about wearing a cross to remind ourself la wa ka ka ka


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Terry Chanonly raian knows how to talk to her hahahahahaha


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Raian KingAll my life as a catholic i really never heard before wearing a cross to remind ourself...nevermind...i'll ask the priest this sunday...see what he will tell me and have a good laught...wa ka ka ka


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Terry Chanoh and btw, my memories are still stucked at the medieval generations of catholic. are they still extremist? do they still use the the confession room?


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Raian KingExtremist...???Huh???of course the room still exist...heh heh


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Terry Chanoh.....


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔ur mum also never tel u to see her picture wil remind what she tought u b4 mah. human used to eat without using spoon mah bt innovation makes us using spoon to it. rules n origin are dead bt ur brain stil alive. u ask the Father, 'if i wear a cross with me to remind me of the gud teaching frm God, is it wrong?' see how he answer u.


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Raian KingIts not that meaning for a bearer of cross...its not his teaching...i know actually and i don't like it abit...but i wont tell the answer because i found out it it really hilarious and fun people saying other thing but not the true meaning...Wa ka ka ka...i've been to Rome and Vatican city and meet many funny priest and pastor...but nothing come's near about remind or teaching...wa ka ka ka btw...there is alot of ppl who refuse to use fork and spoon to eat...wa ka ka ka ka


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Terry ChanXD


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔haiya. i reli vomit blood. in buddhism also d same. bt what is d objective of studying the bible or dharma. also no 1 tel me wearing a buddha pendant wil remind me d teaching. bt for all the objective is for us to as gud as possible. for eg: our parents also didnt teach us how to fuck, bt we found out it's nice. so, we fuck. that's all. its d objective n how u make effective to achieve d objective ♥


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔sigh. why must i use sex to give example only u all can understand?!


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Terry Chanexample 1- student A: 2+2 is = 6. student B: no it's wrong, it's 4, the final test is coming soon, correct it. student A: it's none of your business!! my mom teach me this, pls respect what i beieve in!! student B: ...................


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔did i not respect? u r refering to me o urself. pls refer to earlier comment on pride. did i ever say any1 of u r wrong? only u all said that i m wrong. b4 answer test questions, got to read d questions n understand to prevent answer out of the question. wakakaka. reli seems tht u must win. ok,ok. u win. bless you ♥


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔Zzzzz...


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Terry Chanexample 2 - student A: okok i get it, only u say i am wrong... u still dun understand.... 2+2 is not 6 okok let u win....






student B: =_=!!! .......................


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔student B: only an idiot wil think tht 2 + 2 is 6. The question is 2 + ? is 6


Student A: ;(


* interesting, i like. i wil sent our tis conversation to some medias to publish in d joke section. what do u think?


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔wah, u r so great. u are a genius. i really respect u lah. why dun u contribute ur great knowledge to d world n educating ignorant ppl like me? we reli need u. hope u can consider that, my Lord.


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Terry Chanwell, since this i going no where, headstrong is wat makes ppl blind. those who born with the eye but can't see. and i hope im not the one to tell u "i told u so" in the end... i think it wouldn't be me... could be raian, hahah


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔hahaha. Raian, yeh sum dun like to use fork n spoon to eat. Then mah forever like that lor. Who cares? Even better less competitors. oh no, i forgot my dharma again. may u forgive me.


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔yes. my Lord. I m so useless n headstrong. Then u must be a multi millionaire now. Stil have vacancy for me? I wish to learn frm you.


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔dear all readers,


thank you for reading. as you all can see there are all types of humans in tis world.


when i transform to take his advice, he stil havent transform n continue to feed in negative feedback of me.


so, u can clearly see. who is blind, headstrong n cant put off his pride. why this would happened?


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Terry Chan so funny ppl rejecting other ppl's advice in such a ridiculous way.... even wats more, they couldn't see their own pride is wat makes them look funny10 hours ago · Comment · Like / Unlike · View Feedback (10)Hide Feedback (10)Mike Chan likes this.






Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔yes, i agree. so shameful.


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔its make them look stupid n idiotic. ya lor, i dun think tht kind of person ever succeed. luckily my transformation was fast enuf n take ur advice seriously. nite2


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔tutor, can i knw why sum ppl are so idiotic, when i transform to take their advice, stil she thinks tht i m rejecting her advice in such hilarious way?


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔is it because of she cant see her own pride? why like that?


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Terry Chanpretending to accept and lower the pride make ppl looks stupid too... i dun think im stupid


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Terry Chanand i read sarcasm loud and clear in ever aspect, any reason to continue? u are stil the same u after so many years. nvr change, nvr transform. "My pace, My style, My attitude, My pride, stay away". b4 u type anything, calm down and think. topic is closed and nothing to continue, if u continue ur sarcasm or debate, means u are still headstrong and wanna win. trying in everyway to humiliate me


about an hour agoTerry Chanand yes i must admit, after all ur sarcasm my temper control and patience is gone..... to advice a fren brings bak unfriendly attacks. but i still nid to question my self on this... not good at losing temper


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔did I? I think you have misconcept the defination of who is sarcasm(opsss...sorry, it's me who had misconcept, not you) Individually, look into things differently; if shall my respect to your advice has been treaten as an sarcasm, I still respected your view (",)






Herewith, from the bottom of my heart...it's an honour for me to have guidance from your great self & really appreciates your patience towards my ignorant (either in language or presentation). May you continue to contribute, I am sure a lot of people will benefits from you; including myself.


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔Pretending or not, I cant force you to believe in me that is your option...but as long that I am true to myself. I may be able to cheat you by pretending; no matter what, I have to face myself (",) If shall I to continue cheating myself; in the of it, it's myself who will be losing out, not yourself or any other person.


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Angelique Tussaud 颜芯柔Not only in friends...all these years of my working life, I have met lots of superiors as such person(s). Supposed we are to getting guidance from them but we end up listening to them boasting about about themselves. (",)






When we not take their advice, they said that we are headstrong, egoistic, etc...


But when we take their advice, they said that we are pretending.


(",) We may not be able to change the whole world or everyone; but at least we transform ourselves in the first place (",)


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Lord Guan Ti ( 關 帝 聖 君 )

Guan Ti or Guan Yun Chang was born in Shan Xi province during the Three Kingdom (220 – 260 AD). He led a simple life and made his living as a young man by selling bean-curds, thus he is worship by bean-curd sellers as their patron god today. He has an excellent memory power that he had the ability to recite word for word the entire Classics after reading it for once.

Therefore students taking examinations usually pray to him to bless them success. He is also worshipped as the God of Literature by scholars. Some idols of Guan Ti can be found seated while holding a book.

He was known for his righteous, and justice which got Guan Yu into trouble when he interfered with a licentious and corrupt magistrate who forced a poor lady to become his concubine. The magistrate was slayed by Guan Yu. He had to flee for his life and escape to the mountain to seek refuge. As he was on his journey to the neighboring province he stops by a stream to have a wash; when to his surprise he noticed a great changed in his appearance! His facial complexion had changed from pale white to reddish tint which saved him to disguise himself and was able to walk through the sentries who was guarding the mountain pass.

When he reached Chu-Chou of the Szechuan Province he be, befriends Zhang Fei and Liu Bei who shared his noble ideals and virtues. They took the oath of brotherhood in a peach orchard, and sworn as “brothers”. Chang Fei was a butcher, became the youngest brother. He was a man of fiery temper who had an unyielding sense of justice and was well known for his immense appetite both for food and adventure. He had a black face which was full of whiskers and his formidable height of seven feet tall; very few would dare cross his path. His great love and loyalty to Guan Yu has won him a place of honor he is always seen standing beside Kuan Yu in all depictions.

Liu Bei, the elder brother who came from a distinguished but impoverished family with imperial linkage, was known to be a man of honor. Guan Yu, a powerful figure of more than eight feet tall, possessed an enigmatic personality and integrity that won him respect of all whom he met.

Together the three sworn brothers set out and became involved in military pursuits, They displayed great military prowess and fought many battles which is recorded in details in the famous novels of “The Three Kingdoms”. Based on the recorded history of his life Guan Yu had many occasions display his nobility, uprightness, integrity, loyalty and bravery. Despite living at a time of great distress and chaos during the Han Dynasty, he would never be tempted to acquire wealth, fame and power as he remain faithful to his oath that he had taken with his brothers at the peach orchard; “ To be loyal to each other in life and united in death”.

In the year 219 A.D. he was captured by Sun Chuan and executed. It was recorded that on the night of his death, his spirit appeared before a Buddhist monk, to seek refuge to the Buddha dharma. Based on a Buddhist account, Guan Yu manifest before the Tripitaka Master Chi Tsai, the founder of Tien Tai Buddhism, with a retinue of spiritual beings. After receiving the teachings Guan Yu requested the Five precepts and took refuge in the Buddha dharma. He vowed that he would be a dharma protector to the Buddha Dharma. Hence, his idol is usually found in the hall of most Buddhist temples. He had earned his place in both the Taoist and Buddhist pantheon of deities.