THE EXALTATION OF CHRIST CRUCIFIED

THE EXALTATION OF THE CROSS

The crucified Christ raises his hands triumphantly at his victory over the forces of evil

He has successfully completed the task given him by his heavenly Father.

The couple raises their hands as they welcome the salvation Christ has won for us on the cross.

The large hands represent the Father, drawing his Son and us upwards to enter his glory

In this picture there's a repeated "Y" formation. This signifies:

The Father's "Yes" to our salvation.

The Son's "Yes" to his Father's will.

Our "Yes" to the salvation the crucified Christ has won for us.

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I've deliberately emphasised the Exaltation of Crucified Christ, rather than that of the cross on which he was crucified.

Isidore O.P.

Next week's final picture and comment on the Ascension will provide the climax to this series.