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Definitions and History of Chrismon Christian Symbols

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Chrismon Symbols and Images Defined

Christian symbolization varies in interpretation for spiritual meaning. These are common dictionary definitions for many Chrismon symbolization.

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You can find more definitions for these Christian Symbols in the Color Me! section of Paper Chrismons for Children!

Eight Point Star Eight Point Star Chrismon

The eight-pointed star is comprised of two superimposed squares and is known as St. John's star and the Star of Angels. The points of "TENETS" represent the knightly virtues of: Tact, Perserverence, Gallentry, Loyalty, Dexterity, Explicitness, Observation, Sympathy.

Wyvern Wyvern Chrismon

A fire-breathing dragon used in medieval heraldry; had the head of a dragon and the tail of a snake and a body with wings and two legs.

Mother and Child Mary, Virgin Mary, Madonna, the Virgin Chrismon

In the New Testament, the mother of Jesus and the principal saint of many Christian churches. the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman CatholicsMany Pictures of Madonna and Child.