The Huguenot Cross
The
Huguenot Cross is the ancient symbol of the recognition among the French
Protestants, who in the 16th century were given the name of Huguenots originally
a nickname, it became a name of honor among French Protestants in the days of
suffering and persecution They wore the Huguenot Cross as sign of their
evangelical faith.
In the beginning of the 20th century, this old custom was
revived, not only in France, but in other countries of Europe. Today it is a
symbol of our Protestant faith and a beautiful means of identification for
Protestants all over the world.
The Huguenots chose to be identified by the Maltese Cross
rather than the Roman Cross. The Maltese Cross has four arms of equal length,
but each arm becomes progressively broader as it leaves the center. The outer
edge of each arm is indented in the shape of a V.
Thus, there are two points at the end of each arm, eight in
all, representing the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3-10). Between the arms of the cross
are four lilies, the symbol of purity. The four open spaces between the arms of
the cross form four hearts, the symbol of loyalty. The appendage is a small
dove, the symbol of the Holy Spirit.
