Paleochristian Symbols

2. first letter of the Greek alphabet, representing Christ as the beginning of everything
6. last letter of the Greek alphabet, representing Christ as the end of everything
9. monogram of Christ's name, created by Greek letters found in 9 down
10. (two words) representation of Jesus as a good leader, holding a sheep in a position similar to the crucifixion
12. (with 3 down) in evangelical parable, this represents Jesus and his connection to his followers

1. known as the Lord's sign, representation of the crucifixion
2. symbol of safety and hope in future existence
3. (with 12 across) in evangelical parable, this represents the followers of Jesus and their connection to Christ
4. colorful bird which represents eternal life in Paradise
5. symbol of Christ and his pure sacrifice
7. (often white) bird which alludes to the Holy Spirit
8. symbol of Christ himself, coming from the Greek "ichthys," acrostic meaning "Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior"
9. Greek letters composing 9 across
11. mythical bird which is reborn from ashes, symbol of the resurrection