The Various Types of Christian Crosses Available
Christian cross design tattoos are extremely popular and if you didn’t know that there was more than one different design, you may want to read on! Whether you are choosing one just for show, or if you are choosing one for your own religious beliefs, you are bound to be interested in what each Christian cross design actually means.
• The Latin Cross Design
By far the most common cross design, the Latin cross is just a simple, long vertical line with a short, horizontal line going through it. Many people, who have the Latin cross in their tattoo design, tend to have it looking slightly wooden. A good tattoo artist will be able to give you this effect. It is completely possible for different nationalities to incorporate this type of cross into their lives, for example the Irish could add shamrocks around the cross. If you believe more in Pentecostal designs, then you could always add wings at either side of the cross. No matter what your individual style it can be incorporated onto the Latin cross design.
• The Crucifix
The Crucifix is again a popular Christian cross design and it is designed for the more religious types of people. It is based on the Latin style cross but it also combines Christ’s crucifixion and death. This type of cross is particular common with Catholic followers.
• The Celtic Cross
The Celtic cross is otherwise known as the Cross of Iona and it tended to be a common design amongst early Christians in Britannia. Again it is based on the Latin style cross design, but it also has a small circle around the arms intersection. If you like Celtic style tattoos and you would like to add a little faith into one then this is definitely the tattoo design for you.
• The Anchor Cross
This type of cross design tended to be popular with sailors and it started its design in Egypt. Christians decided to adopt the design as their own and as it was used quite a lot, it is now known as one of the most common types of Christian crosses.
Overall there are various types of Christian crosses as well as non-Christian crosses and you do have to find a little information one each one before you can truly make your mind up about which one you want to use. Each design looks slightly different so if you are just going for the appearance, it is still worth doing a little research beforehand.
