Symbols of Christ

The Bread of Life

The bread that is offered at Holy Mass is, therefore, a symbol of the faithful, who, eager to share in the sacrifice of Christ, say with St. Ignatius of Antioch: "I am the wheat of God , and I must be ground by the teeth of the lions that I may become the pure bread of Christ."

 

 

 

 

 

Note: All of these symbols can be seen on the outside walls of the Hesburgh Library.

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The Seal of the Living God || The Burning Bush || The Holy Mountain || The Key of David || The Tree of Life

The Star of Jacob || The Brazen Serpent || The Fountain of Life || The Precious Pearl || The True Vine

The Bread of Life || The Rod of Jesse || The Cornerstone || The Lamb of God || The Sun of Justice

Fish of the Living || The Grain of Wheat || The Lamp || The Door || Alpha and Omega