What Is a Caravaca Crucifix?
The Caravaca cross is a double-cross. The origin of this special crucifix took place in the Spanish town of Caravaca in 1232. The cross of Caravaca is said to contain a fragment of the cross, upon which Jesus was crucified.
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History
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According to legend, during the 13th century the city of Caravaca was under Moorish Muslim rule. The rulers destroyed all crosses in the town upon taking over. The Moorish chief held a priest named Chirinos prisoner. The chief ordered Chirinos to perform a mass to satisfy his curiosity of the Christian service. Chirinos told the chief he could not perform the mass, because there was no cross available. The chief accused the priest of lying, at which point, two angels appeared carrying a two-armed cross for the priest's service.
Holy City
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Caravaca was given the title of holy city by the Vatican. This title has only been given to four other cities in the world.
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Religious Symbol
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The Cross of Caravaca is a popular religious symbol in Mexico. It is said to be the first Christian cross to be brought into Mexico. Mexican Christians believe the cross has special powers to grant wishes and prayers.
African Use
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The cross has been found in African hobby stores and called a Wishing Cross. It is also used in Africa along with Mojo beans to ensure medical remedies are successful.
Design
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The special crucifix is a double crossed crucifix. Jesus is nailed to the top set of cross-bars, while two winged-angels kneel beside him in prayer.
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Comments
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the double cross was a symbol for templars for the inner circle and It is quite interesting to know that Joan got one from queen of Aragon.
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Blessings to one and all!
