Pope's Cross
I recently received a "crooked" cross that my son bought in a recent
visit to Rome and the vatican. Can you give me a little history on this
cross? In watching the pope in his recent visit to Romania - I noticed he
carried the same cross. I have tried researching this on the internet -
but can find no answer. Can you help me out? I appreciate all your
expertise. God bless you and all the work you do. Thank you, Judy Ruffolo
QUESTION from Judy Ruffolo June 30,
2001
ANSWER by Q & A Staff on July 5, 2001
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Dear Judy, the Pope has a Cross on his staff which is used instead of the normal bishop's crozier. This has been the practise since the 11th century. The design of the cross is very simple. I am afraid this is all the information I have about it. The Catholic Encyclopedia does not give any further info. God bless, |