Symbolism
Saint Mark’s Church
Saint Anne’s Chapel
Anglican Parish of Opawa - St Martins
Saint Mark’s Church
Saint Anne’s Chapel
Anglican Parish of Opawa - St Martins
A daisy is a symbol of innocence
A white rose is a symbol of purity
Oval radiance and circular halo together symbolise the glory of Jesus Christ
Spears and helmets symbolise soldiers
Long flowing tresses of hair are a symbol of Mary Magdelene
Wings are the symbols of angels, the messengers of heaven
A white dove symbolises the holy spirit
Holly symbolises the crown of thorns and the blood from the passion of Jesus Christ
The colour blue symbolises the Virgin Mary
A plain round halo symbolises the Virgin Mary, saints, prophets, evangelists and angels.
A halo with a cross in it is a symbol of Jesus Christ
The Crown of Life is a symbol for a faithful Christian who “stood the test”
The lily symbolises virginity