I was looking for a crucifix to hang on the wall above my desk. It never occurred to me that this would be a difficult thing to find.
Now, honestly. I can’t decide what I think is stranger: the head of Christ growing out of the bark like some kind of miracle knothole apparation; the Crucifixion as it might have occurred in the bead aisle at Michael’s; or this version below, in which the Cross Itself appears to have been crucified.
I can’t say that I’m feeling as spoiled for choice as I had hoped. On the other hand, until now, I don’t think I fully appreciated the serene straightforwardness of the blank wall. There’s nothing imaginative or inspirational about it, but suddenly that seems okay.
Knothole Apparition Cross from Heavenly Cross.com
Jesus Cameo Cross from Totally Crosses
Metal Wall Cross from Celebrate Your Faith
[Rating: 27/100]
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