12.05.2012

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The Meaning of the San Benito Medallion

The ancient symbol of peace is worn by those seeking faith, hope, and protection. 
In the arms of the Cross is the acronym  
C S S M L - N D S M D, which stand for the rhyme:


Crux sacra sit mihi lux!
Nunquam draco sit mihi dux!

Translated to English: 
The Holy Cross be my light;Let not the dragon be my guide.


In the corners of the cross are C S P D, which stand for the same words found on the front over the pedestals:  Crux s. patris Benedicti (The Cross of our Holy Father Benedict)

Above the Cross is the word "Pax" (Peace), the Benedictine motto.














 

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