Holy Mount Athos Monks Orthodox Cross Pendant ICXC NIKA "Jesus Christ Conquers" Sterling Silver

Discover Holy Mount Athos Monks Orthodox Cross Pendant ICXC NIKA "Jesus Christ Conquers" Sterling Silver, offered by Rafael Santarosa Fine Jewelry. Find it in Necklaces. Materials: Silver, Sterling silver. A cross pendant designed by Rafael Santarosa based on the apotropaic symbol in the name of Jesus Christ. It is the abbreviation of the phrase "Jesus Christ is victorious" that comes from the Byzantine religious tradition. The prototype writing in byzantine letters were IC XC NI KA and they used to say it as a prayer and to bare it as a protection shield against evil. On the 4 edges of the cross are engraved the Greek Byzantine capital letters ΚΤ ΠΓ ΑΠ ΜΣΤ (KT PG AP MST) are the first letters of the words that forms the phrase ΚΡΑΝΙΟΥ ΤΟΠΟΣ ΠΑΡΑΔΕΙΣΟΣ ΓΕΓΟΝΕΝ ΑΡΧΗ ΠΙΣΤΗΣ ΜΥΣΤΗΡΙΟΝ ΣΤΑΥΡΟΣ( Kraniou Topos Paradeisos Gegonen Arhi Pistis Mystirion Stavros "The Place of the Skull (Golgotha) has become Paradise The Beginning of the Faith the Mystery of the Cross"), a secret pray of the monks in the Holly Mount Athos that is in use still since around 900 A.D. This mystic pray reminds to the evil forces the win of Jesus Christ against the Ade and the Death and the liberation of humankind, so since the resurrection of our Lord we are unattachable from evil. SYMBOLISM OF IC XC NIKAA Greek Cross surrounded by the letters IC XC NIKA as a Christian SymbolIC XC NIKA means "Jesus Christ Conquers." ​The IC and XC are the first and last letters in the Greek words for Jesus and Christ, respectively. NIKA is connected to the word for victory, which we know from Greek mythology and even consumerism as "Nike." This formula was historically quite popular in the Eastern tradition, appearing frequently on Icons. Also, in traditions using wafers for communion, this formula can sometimes be found stamped on the wafers. Some denominations throughout history have incorporated this symbol in their denominational imagery, and it will sometimes appear on various vestments, banners, or engravings. It is much rarer in newer artwork since few people are familiar with its significance. It can also be seen accompanying various forms of crosses such as the Greek Cross on this page or Patriarchal crosses.Read Romans 8.31-39 and I Corinthians 15.50-58. What does it mean here to be "more than conquerors?" Who is the conqueror? What is conquered?Next read Psalm 20. Finally, read I John 5.1-5. How might this influence your understanding of Christ as conqueror? Passages like these may come to mind when we see symbols like those found on this page. Are you comfortable with this kind of imagery? Why or why not? The symbolism of IC XC NIKA is similar to the fish, this symbol can be easy to preach because it is a proclamation. This would be a great symbol to use any time you are discussing faith or hope. Thanks for visiting my shop. All USA orders are shipped DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) – no hidden customs fees or import taxes upon delivery. My name is Athanasios, I live in Greece, and I design, and I handcraft Jewelry based on ancient and Byzantine Greek tradition. My workplace is established on the holy mountain Parnassus, near the center of the earth, the Delphi ancient Greek secret holy city. Please feel free to message me for any information, help or request If we are in a different time zone, please be patient, we will get back to you as soon as possible. The photographs of our products are not professional. They are taken by me and uploaded in a logo frame to assure you that is my own proprietary because I am the designer and manufacturer and not a reseller. DELIVERY IS FREE WORLDWIDE. Delivery is done immediately by the most efficient way appropriate for your country. FedEx Express, DHL Express and Hellenic Post are the most common. All items are shipped from Athens, Greece and under normal circumstances are delivered from 2 to 7 business days worldwide. Don't forget to message me a phone number after buying a jewel. Is very valuable for the courier to ensure that can easily communicate with you for the safe delivery in the appropriate time. When your order ships, you will receive the carrier and tracking details through EmenCraft. We use only natural gemstones. Our pearls are always freshwater quality. On the jewelry set with gemstones, please read our descriptions to understand which gems have been used. Since we sell to an international market our sizing measurements are either in the metric system or in American standards. If you are not familiar with our sizing, please ask. Ring sizes are in the US and lengths or widths are in centimeters. Prices are listed in euros. Displayed converted prices may vary with exchange rates. Stay with us for more handmade jewelry here https://emencraft.com/shop/rafael-santarosa-fine-jewelry-ei47dw. Frequently asked questions Gift wrapping and packaging. All items are shipped in a hard jewelry, gift box and are ready to be offered in a linen pouch as gifts. The box is placed in a bubble envelope for shipping. Care instructions All jewelry is made from sterling silver 925 or solid gold and can be worn 24 hours a day. A bit of care is needed for the gold plated or gold-filled items, where continuous with water or perfumes will gradually fade away the plating. Shipping Each item has its own processing time even though for most items I have at least one available for immediate shipping. All items have free international shipping with DHL express or with Greek Postal Service (ELTA). Sizing details Each country has its own scaling system, so we use many scales on our product listings. If you are not familiar with our sizing, please ask. Ring sizes are in the US sizing system. and lengths or widths are in centimeters. One inch is 2.54cm Enjoy your jewelry.

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Jewellery › Necklaces

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🇬🇷 Greece

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Silver, Sterling silver

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Silver

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Pendant necklace

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