{"product_id":"st-benedict-cross-4-12-red-enamel-crucifix-blessed-by-pope-leo","title":"St. Benedict Cross - 4 1\/2 Red enamel Crucifix - Blessed by Pope Leo","description":"\u003cp\u003eA St. Benedict Cross with deep red enamel inlay. A sacramental for protection and for the spiritual battle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize 4 1\/2 inches (11.5 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlessed by Pope Leo in St. Peter's square.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front displays the traditional St. Benedict Medal at the center, encircled by the inscription \"CRUX SANCTI PATRIS BENEDICTI.\" Each arm of the cross holds a panel of \u003cstrong\u003ered\u003c\/strong\u003e enamel framed in \u003cstrong\u003esilver-tone\u003c\/strong\u003e metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse shows the Crucifix rendered in relief against the red enamel, Christ's figure cast in silver-tone metal, with the St. Benedict medal's abbreviated Latin exorcism formula visible at the top: \"V.R.S.N.S.M.V.\" and \"S.M.Q.L.I.V.B.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Benedict of Nursia founded Western monasticism and authored the Rule that shaped Christian community life for fifteen centuries. This cross especially serves those seeking protection from evil and strength in temptation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCast in metal with vibrant red enamel inlay, this cross is designed to hang on a wall or rest on a stand. A companion for households, offices, or cars where the Benedictine blessing is invoked daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item was blessed by Pope Francis during public audience in St Peter's Square.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpiritual Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeepens devotion to St. Benedict and the monastic tradition of prayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports protection from spiritual harm through the saint's intercession\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides comfort in times of temptation or fear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA meaningful Catholic gift for new homes, confirmations, or feast days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet this cross stand as a visible sign of Christ's victory and Benedict's watchful prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catholically","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67669666005212,"sku":"jhy1791590572009","price":49.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/3104\/7900\/files\/st-benedict-cross---4-12-red-enamel-crucifix---blessed-by-pope-leo_1.jpg?v=1791590577","url":"https:\/\/lululemonvx.shop\/products\/st-benedict-cross-4-12-red-enamel-crucifix-blessed-by-pope-leo","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}