Saint Andrew: A loyal apostle and his X-shaped cross
The cross used for him is an x-shaped one, commonly known as the decussate cross. Nowadays, Christians venerate it using the name Saint Andrew’s Cross.
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The cross used for him is an x-shaped one, commonly known as the decussate cross. Nowadays, Christians venerate it using the name Saint Andrew’s Cross.
The cross used for him is an x-shaped one, commonly known as the decussate cross. Nowadays, Christians venerate it using the name Saint Andrew’s Cross.
Few details are definitely known about the martyrdom of St. Andrew, but many legends help illustrate what might have happened. Here is the most common story.
The shared lives and common cause of the apostles who wrote the letters of the New Testament reveal the unity of the gospel message they explained and applied.
The practice of honoring people on the earth ties into honoring and venerating saints as well