Crown of Thorns and Nails 2: Symbolizes our Lord's Passion.
Jesus as a Palestinian: Artist Richard Neave used historical records to render a likeness of a 1st Century Jew from Palestine, in order to suggest a likeness for Jesus.
Eight Pointed Star, Star of Regeneration: Jewish circumcisions are traditionally performed on the 8th day of life, and with baptism being the New Testament equivalent of circumcision, the base of baptismal fonts often have eight sides. Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Nine Pointed Star, Star of the Fruits of the Spirit: Symbolizes the the nine fruits of the Spirit listed in Galations 5:22. In Latin/English, correponding to the letters, (charitas/love, gaudium/joy, pax/peace, longanimitas/patience, benignitas/kindness, bonitus/goodness, fides/faithfulness, mansuetudo/gentleness and continentia/self-control). Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Five Pointed Star, Epiphany Star, Star of Jacob 2: The Star of Jacob (Numbers 24:17) finds it fulfillment in the "manifestation" of Jesus to the Gentiles (Matt. 2:1,2). This star also represents the five wounds of Christ. Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Five Pointed Star, Epiphany Star, Star of Jacob 1: The Star of Jacob (Numbers 24:17) finds it fulfillment in the "manifestation" of Jesus to the Gentiles (Matt. 2:1,2). This star also represents the five wounds of Christ. Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Ascension: Usually pictured as shown, though sometimes Elijah's chariot of fire is employed as a symbol.
Seven Pointed Star, Star of the Gifts of the Spirit: Symbolizing the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit (Isaiah 11:2): wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord (reverence). Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Twelve Pointed Star, Star of the Apostles: From a Christian perspective, represents the 12 apostles. Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Jesus and Children: Jesus loved children.
Stars with Orb, Star of the 12 Tribes: Symbolizing Jacob and his wife, and 12 sons (who led the 12 tribes of Israel). Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Six-Pointed Star, Star of Creation, Star of David 1: Although ancient and symbolizing the six days of creation, best known in modern times as a symbol of Judaeism. Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Eleven Pointed Star: Eleven pointed star with 9 attached "planets" and extension showing reeds or knives. IF YOU KNOW WHAT THIS IS, CONTACT THE SITE AUTHOR! The Statue of Libery sits on an eleven pointed star. Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Calvary The three Latin crosses represent the crucifixion location at Calvary (Golgotha). Jesus was crucified between two other convicted criminals.
IHS ancient form: An ancient depiction of the first three letters (iota ι, eta η, sigma σ) of the Greek spelling of Jesus (Ιησούς). The bar above the eta denotes 'abbreviation'.
Chi Rho: The first two letters, Chi (Χ) and Rho (Ρ), of the Greek word for Christ (Χριστός).
Three-Rayed Nimbus: Signifies divinity and is used only with any Person of the Trinity (including the dove and lamb). Rays of light were ancient emblems of divine power.
I.N.R.I.: Initial letters for Latin inscription on the cross: Jesus Nazarenus Rex Iudaeorum, "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews." Symbol for Jesus.
Shepherd: This symbol, found in the Catacombs, reminds us of the loving care of Jesus, the Good Shepherd.
Crown and Cross: These symbolize the reward of the faithful in the life after death to those who believe in the crucified Savior. "Be thou faithful unto death and I will give thee the Crown of Life", Rev. 2:10.
Aureole: An elongated nimbus used only as surrounding the entire body of our Lord, or the Virgin and Child.
Six Pointed Star, Star of Creation, Star of David: Although ancient and symbolizing the six days of creation, best known in modern times as a symbol of Judaeism. Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Chi Rho with Alpha and Omega in a Circle: Symbol for Christ within symbol for eternity (circle), signifying the eternal existence of our Lord.
IHS modern form: A modern depiction of the first three letters (iota ι, eta η·, sigma σ‚) of the Greek spelling of Jesus (Ιησούς). The bar above the eta denotes 'abbreviation'.
Escallop Shell with Drops of Water: A symbol of our Lord's baptism.
Five Pointed Star, Pentacle: A pentagram inside a circle is called a pentacle. Star symbols have been used for religious purposes since ancient times. This symbol in particular is associated in modern times with neo-Pagan religions such as Wicca. Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Four Pointed Star, Bethlehem Star, Epiphany Star: The star symbol most commonly used to represent the Bethlehem star (Matthew 2:1), its cross-like appearance also reminds us of Christ's crucifixion. Search for STAR to see all star symbols.
Jesus Christ, Conqueror: Consists of Greek cross with abbreviated Greek words for Jesus Christ (abbreviations indicated by horizontal lines), and ΝΙΚΑ. My original source translates this as CONQUEROR, web visitor Pfarrerin translates this as VICTORY, and Babelfish translates it as OVERCOME.
Latin Cross, Five Pointed Star, Heart: A combination of a five-pointed start, a heart and a Latin cross. Search for STAR, HEART and CROSS to see related symbols. Thanks to Lezann.
Baptism of Jesus: The baptism of Jesus.