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The '''Cross Calvary''' is an [[heraldic]] [[device]] depicting a [[Christian]] [[cross]] mounted upon three steps. This device is a reference to the Crucifixion of [[Jesus]], an image central to Christianity. |
The '''Cross Calvary''' is an [[heraldic]] [[device]] depicting a [[Christian]] [[cross]] mounted upon three steps. This device is a reference to the Crucifixion of [[Jesus]], an image central to Christianity. |
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Owing to it's overtly [[religion|religious]] overtones, the Cross Calvary is a [[Restricted charge|restricted device]] in [[SCA heraldry]]. |
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Although the Cross Calvary is undeniably a [[period]] device, it is not permitted in [[SCA]] heraldry owing to its [[religion|overt religious overtones]]. |
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== See also == |
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Latest revision as of 01:31, 5 May 2007
The Cross Calvary is an heraldic device depicting a Christian cross mounted upon three steps. This device is a reference to the Crucifixion of Jesus, an image central to Christianity.
Owing to it's overtly religious overtones, the Cross Calvary is a restricted device in SCA heraldry.
