tau crosses

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Scope note
Cross in the shape of the Greek letter tau, that is, T-shaped. In Christianity and other ancient societies, the tau cross symbolized life, resurrection, reincarnation, and blood sacrifice. Used in the crux ansata or ankh of ancient Egyptian symbolism, in heraldry, on a St. Anthony's cross as a sacred symbol, and by St. Francis of Assisi as the symbol of his order.
tau crosses
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024