Symbols of Christ

The Sun of Justice

His crucifixion is likened to the setting of the sun. He descended into "the lower parts of the earth" to bring light to those who were waiting in darkness and in the shadow of death. In his Resurrection he became "the dayspring from on high", the bringer of a new age of light, of life and of salvation to his Church which is likened to the moon, receiving its light from the sun.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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