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""Church Symbolism"" by F. R. Webber is a comprehensive guide to the symbols and their meanings that are commonly found in Christian churches. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the symbolism of the cross, the use of colors, the significance of various religious images, and the meanings behind different architectural features. The author provides a detailed analysis of each symbol, drawing on historical and theological sources to explain its origins and significance. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for anyone interested in understanding the rich symbolism of Christian worship. Whether you are a student of theology, a practicing Christian, or simply curious about the meaning behind the symbols you see in church, ""Church Symbolism"" is an essential guide to this fascinating subject.1938. An explanation of the more important symbols of the Old and New Testaments, the primitive, the medieval and the modern church. This volume does not confine itself to any particular denomination. It is like a dictionary in that it contains a variety of things so as to be useful. The author has added a number of Jewish symbols as well as those commonly used in Catholic and non-Catholic churches to make the book more complete. Gorgeously illustrated with 39 pen drawings and 72 halftone illustrations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.