Black Embroidered Orthodox Cross | He reconciled all things to Himself, making peace through the blood of His cross | Christian Polo ShirtTruly this symbol is thought despicable, but it is so in the world's reckoning, and among men; in heaven and among the faithful it is the highest glory. + St John Chrysostom, Commentary on Galatians +++ Though Thou art exalted far above all honor, O Master, Thou didst deign to be dishonored, enduring a violent death upon the Tree, that when Thou didst die in the flesh, O Almighty, through it the race of mankind might embrace immortality and receive

when the foe was conquered in his turn

your joy in the Holy Spirit is magnified

And he who has done this is little (if at all) lower than the angels

repentance is futile

verse 164 we read:

for these words are trustworthy and true

that aileth and falling down in Thine infirmary

truth returning

Thou didst deign to be dishonored

there were very many on the surface of the valley

Noticing a copper hammer lying in the corner of the dungeon

Christ came