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크리스만 감독은 철저한 제3자였다. 그는 밴치에서 자기가 좋아하는 팀을 응원하는 수준이었다. 그는 훌륭한 선수였지만, 좋은 감독은 아니다. 그가 감독의 자질이 없다는 것은 이미 세계적으로 정평이 났다. 그럼에도 불구하고 그를 감독으로 선임한 축협이 이해되지 않는다. 그는 선수들은 초상집인데 그는 웃었다. "상대방이 잘해서 이겼는데 박수를 쳐 주는 것이 당연하지 않은가?" 마치 남의 집 이야기를 하는 것 같았다. 나는 머리로는 이해되지만 가슴이 아프다. 그는 '관점의 차이'라고 이 문제를 한다. 나는 '관점의 차이'가 아니라, '민족의 차이'인 것 같다. 그는 언제든지 한국을 떠나면 그만이지만, 남은 설거지는 한국사람의 몫이다.
선교 갔다고 상상해보자. 그곳 사람들은 예수 그리스도의 십자가와 부활을 모른다. 그렇다면 어디서부터 출발해야 하나? 그들이 이 믿고 있는 신과 언어를 통해서 설명해 주어야 할 것이다. 이런 이유에서 켈트 십자가는 그들이 섬기는 태양신을 첨부해서 십자가에 원을 만들었을 것이고, 부활을 설명하기 위하여 그들의 믿는 봄의 여신(Eastre)의 이름을 인용하여 부활절(Easter)이라고 했을 것이다. Eastre는 봄과 새벽의 여신으로 생명과 부활 등의 의미를 가지고 있다. 예수 그리스도께서 부활이요 생명이다. 여기서 Easre에서 부활절(Easter)가 나왔다.
동방정교회와 서방정교회의 갈라지는 결정적인 이유중의 하나가 성상파괴이다. 서방교회에서는 야만족을 선교하기 위해서는 보이는 것이 필요해서 반대했지만, 동방은 끝까지 성상을 파괴해야 한다고 주장했다. 그들의 문화, 그들의 전통을 이해하고 인정하는 상태에서 선교는 이루어져야 할 것이다.
Various crosses used in Christianity have distinct designs and meanings, reflecting different aspects of the faith, historical developments, and cultural influences. Here are some of the notable types of crosses and their meanings:
Each type of cross carries its own historical and theological significance, and often their meanings can have various interpretations based on different Christian traditions and theological understandings.
번역결과
기독교에서 사용되는 다양한 십자가는 신앙의 다양한 측면, 역사적 발전, 문화적 영향을 반영하여 독특한 디자인과 의미를 가지고 있습니다. 다음은 주목할만한 십자가 유형과 그 의미입니다.
각 유형의 십자가는 고유한 역사적, 신학적 중요성을 지니고 있으며, 종종 그 의미는 다양한 해석을 가질 수 있습니다.
THE ORIGIN STORY AND MEANING OF THE CELTIC CROSS
The Celtic Cross is one of the most popular symbols of the Irish Christian faith as well as the Celtic culture and identity. It distinguishes itself from a regular Christian cross due to the circle in the middle, a unique design that is said to be rooted in the Celts’ pagan history but now symbolizes a spiritual compass that represents unity, totality, wholeness, and inclusion.
As you might have expected, the Celtic Cross is rooted deep in history. Let's dive into its backstory a little bit more.
THE HISTORY OF THE CELTIC CROSS
The exact origin of the Celtic Cross, also known as the Irish Cross, is lost to history. But many stories have been passed down through oral tradition.
It is said to have originated in the Middle Ages, with the earliest examples found in various Celtic-associated places such as Ireland, Southwest England, Scotland, and Wales, but the specifics are unverified.
The most popular and commonly agreed upon origin story of the Celtic Cross credits its creation to St. Patrick. He is the patron saint of Ireland, as he played a vital role in bringing Christianity to the land and converting locals to spread the faith across the country.
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MEANINGS AND INTERPRETATIONS
Many of the stories claim that to connect with the pagan Celts, St. Patrick combined the traditional Christian cross with the circle, which was a symbol of the sun and its life-giving properties. This unification of cultures enabled St. Patrick to communicate better with the possible converts and made it easier to emphasize the importance of the cross, as it was linked to a symbol that the pagans already recognized.
However, some tales claim that rather than a merging of symbols and cultures, the cross was placed on top of the sun symbol to show that Christianity reigned supreme over the previous pagan gods.
There are also others that have theorized that the Celtic Cross had already existed before St. Patrick. In these theories, the four sections of the cross supposedly represented the elements (earth, fire, wind, air), directions (north, south, east, west), time of the day (morning, evening, dusk, dawn), or the congregation of energies (nature, self, wisdom, divine).
There are additionally some Celtic historians who have suggested that the shape of the cross may have also symbolized trees, which were revered by the pagan Celts.
There has been some speculation about the meaning of the circle featured on the cross. The most common belief is that it symbolizes the sun and its life-giving properties, derived from the Celts’ pagan roots.
But some believe that it specifically represented Invictus, the Roman sun god, hence why it is also sometimes called the Celtic Sun Cross. Others still claim that it is a representation of Jesus Christ’s halo.
The design of the cross has varied over the years. In older versions, the arms of the Celtic Cross did not go beyond the circle or ring shape. However, they do in newer designs.
In the earliest stone crosses, the panel of the cross was inscribed with nature or geometric symbols, or with ancient Celtic texts. Later, this evolved into biblical scenes.
But modern Celtic crosses have diverted back to using geometric panel designs, such as spirals, and key patterns inspired by Celtic metalwork.
It’s worth noting, though, that some say that the integration of the circle is also a practical design choice. By connecting the arms, the circle strengthens the center of the cross, making it less vulnerable to erosion and breakage.
There are two types of Celtic Cross. The Celtic Memorial Cross is primarily used for headstones or memorial markers. This kind can be found in many cemeteries across Ireland, Wales, England, and Scotland.
The Celtic High Cross is more for ornamental functions, featuring a long vertical beam, and is often seen in churches. As early as the Bronze Age, a version of the cross, then known as the Sun cross, was used in jewelry and coins.
In the mid-19th century, there was a Celtic revival in Ireland, which led to the renewed popularity of the Celtic Cross. The rise in usage brought with it some new meanings that go beyond religion. At the time, Ireland was trying to be independent of Britain, so the Celtic Cross transformed into a symbol of nationalism and identity.
While its exact history and interpretations can be debated, one thing is for certain: The Celtic Cross doesn't lack meaning.
THE CELTIC CROSS TODAY
Today, the Celtic Cross is normally used as the centerpiece of many kinds of jewelry, such as necklaces, bracelets, and pendants. It is also featured in many designs, ranging from tribal apparel to tattoos. It's frequently used by Irish immigrants or immigrants of Irish descent as a way to honor their Celtic heritage.
The next time you see a Celtic Cross — as part of a piece of jewelry or otherwise — you'll know that there's more to it than meets the eye. It's steeped in history and dripping with culture. Wear it with pride.
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