Christian symbolism

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Christian symbolism gives objects or actions a meaning that shows Christian ideas. Religious symbolism has an effect when it affects both the intellect and the emotions. The choice of actions and objects for symbolism is very small. This makes it hard to chose a symbol that other religions and traditions do not use.^[1][2]

1. ↑ "Content Pages of the Encyclopedia of Religion and Social Science". Retrieved 2008-10-31.
2. ↑ Thurston, Herbert (1912). "Symbolism". Catholic Encyclopedia. Robert Appleton Company. Retrieved 2007-11-26.