A beautiful Bethlehem Olive Wood Crucifix pendant. The Crucifix is decorated with the Christogram (IC XC The name of Jesus in Greek). - The Olive Wood cross necklace measures approximately 1.2" (3.0 CM) in height.
- Handmade in Bethlehem, Israel.
- Includes a black string weave necklace.
- The item is brand new.
Cross Jewelry: Cross jewelry has been worn by Christians since the beginning of Christianity. The cross is the most widely recognized religious symbol of Christianity and represents one of the most significant events in the Bible, namely the crucifixion of Jesus.
Olive Wood Carving in Bethlehem: Olive wood carving began around 4th century CE under Byzantine rule in Bethlehem following the construction of the Church of the Naitivity.
Originally Greek Orthodox monks taught local residents how to carve olive wood. The work involves skillful and detailed chiseling of Olive wood and is considered a major source of income for the Christian residents of Bethlehem and the surrounding areas. |