little2add Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 I found this crucifix that has four glass vials, one each at the points of the cross, filled with what looks like gravel or sand. The back is stamped Jerusalem and marked with the stations of the cross (I think) Can anyone tell me the history of this item? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little2add Posted August 15, 2022 Author Share Posted August 15, 2022 I believe the crucifix is made from the dogwood tree. The legend goes like this: In Jesus’ time, dogwood trees grew in Jerusalem. Then, dogwoods were tall, large, and similar to oak trees in strength. Because of its mightiness, the tree was chopped down and made into the cross Jesus was crucified upon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anomaly Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 They sell them on Amazon. $30. Search “souvenir crucifix with sand”. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarbTherese Posted August 17, 2022 Share Posted August 17, 2022 Is the sand taken from Jerusalem? If not, what is the identity of the sand or gravel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little2add Posted August 17, 2022 Author Share Posted August 17, 2022 that's it Olive wood, not dogwood. hand made olive wood from the holy land Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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