Symbols
Bavaria Requires Crosses on All Public Buildings. Church Leaders Disagree.German Christians debate whether conservative state’s new law honors or hijacks the core symbol of their faith.
The Biblical Meaning of Clothing
It takes on special significance throughout the arc of Scripture.
Above All Earthly MetaphorsNo one image captures all of God. That’s why the Bible uses so many.
Mt. Soledad Cross Controversy Ends after 25 YearsVeterans memorial symbolized debate over keeping crosses public by neutering their religious meaning.
- 4,500 Crosses Are Not a Church-State Problem—Unless in Shape of Giant CrossTheft of Colorado display on childhood poverty sparks debate over public religious symbols.
- Slovakia Euro Will Have Halos and Crosses After AllCountries had complained about coin intended to raise awareness of 9th-century missionaries.
- Jesus Statue Survives Atheist Legal Challenge, Thanks to SnowboardersFederal judge rules in favor of statue’s cultural and historical significance
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