St. Benedict Jubilee Medal, Scroll Pendant, on 24" Pop Ball Chain

Description

View St. Benedict Jubilee Medal, Scroll Pendant, on 24" Pop Ball Chain with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. As early as the 11th century, it may have initially had the form of Saint Benedict's cross, and was used by Pope Leo IX. Around the margin are the initials of Latin words which form verses supposed to have originated with the holy Father Benedict himself. The Saint Benedict Medal is a Christian sacramental medal containing symbols and text related to the life of Saint Benedict of Nursia, used by Roman Catholics, as well as Anglicans, Lutherans, Methodists and the Western Orthodox, in the Benedictine Christian tradition. The medal is one of the oldest and most honored medals used by Christians and due to the belief in its power against evil is also known as the "devil-chasing medal". As early as the 11th century, it may have initially had the form of Saint Benedict's cross, and was used by Pope Leo IX. In widespread use after its formal approval by Pope Benedict XIV in the 18th century, the medal is used by Roman Catholics to ward off spiritual and physical dangers, especially those related to evil, poison, and temptation. This St. Benedict Medal Scroll Pendant features a 1 and half inch diameter St. Benedict Medal locket pendant on a 24 inch long chain and is perfectly priced for gift and giveaways. Material: Zinc Alloy/Glass Size: 1-1/2" Dia; 24" L Pop Bead Chain The front of the medal has a depiction of St. Benedict holding the cross in one hand and the holy rule in the other. The back of the medal  shows the image of the Cross. Around the margin are the initials of Latin words which form verses supposed to have originated with the holy Father Benedict himself. The English translation is: "Be gone Satan! Suggest not to me thy vain things. The cup thou profferest me is evil; drink thou thy poison." In the angles formed by the arms of the Cross are the letters C.S.P.B., signifying "Cross of the holy Father Benedict." The letters on the Cross itself have this meaning: "May the holy Cross be my light; let not the dragon be my guide." Check out our store for more beautiful items. Follow us for updates, promotions and new items! Condition: New. Category: Collectibles › Religion & Spirituality › Christianity › Medals.

Country of Origin

China

Figures:

St. Benedict

Brand:

Autom

Religion

Christianity

Chain Length:

24"

Modified Item

No

Type:

Medal

Material:

Zinc Alloy, Glass

Size:

1 1/2" Round

Featured Refinements

Clear Crystal Glass Bead

Chain Type:

Pop Ball

Colors:

Silver

Unit Quantity

1

Patron Saint:

Against Evil

Handmade

No