Olive Wood Crosses — Handcrafted by Christian Artisans in Bethlehem
Olive Wood Crosses — Handcrafted by Christian Artisans in Bethlehem
Olive wood crosses and crucifixes handcrafted by Christian artisans in Bethlehem and Jerusalem — one of the oldest and most sacred traditions of the Holy Land. Each cross is carved from genuine olive wood grown in the biblical landscapes surrounding Bethlehem, giving every piece a unique grain, tone, and character.
Each olive wood cross in this collection comes with a certificate of authenticity confirming its Holy Land origin and craftsmanship. From wall crosses and standing crucifixes to comfort crosses and devotional pieces — every style is made to last a lifetime of faith.
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Olive Wood Crosses and Crucifixes
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PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A handcrafted olive wood thorn cross from Jerusalem, created as a simple and meaningful symbol of Christian faith for the home. Measuring 7.9 in (20 cm) and weighing 3.5 oz (100 g), this plain wooden wall cross contains no corpus,...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
This small handheld olive wood cross is designed to fit comfortably in the palm while remaining easy to carry as a pocket cross throughout the day. Measuring 2.0 in (5 cm) and weighing 1.4 oz (40 g), it slips easily...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
A Jerusalem olive wood crucifix with Four Holy Elements from the Holy Land, featuring beveled edges, a silver-tone corpus, and sacred elements preserved within gold-rimmed windows at the end of each arm. Measuring 7.9 in (20 cm) tall and weighing...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
An olive wood Saint Benedict crucifix from the Holy Land, designed as a compact pocket-size cross for prayer, travel, and daily devotion. Measuring 4.7 in (12 cm) tall and weighing 2.4 oz (70 g), it features the Saint Benedict Medal on...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
A pocket travel crucifix handcrafted in Bethlehem, featuring the traditional Latin form, beveled edges, a silver-tone corpus, and an INRI plaque. Compact enough to carry in a pocket, backpack, travel bag, or purse, while also suitable for wall display or...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
Discover the spiritual heritage of the Holy Land with this Handmade Olive Wood Crusaders Cross from Jerusalem with Holy Soil – expertly crafted from authentic olive wood by skilled local artisans in Bethlehem. This large wall cross features the iconic Crusaders...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
This olive wood palm cross is designed to be carried, held, and returned to whenever a quiet moment of prayer or reflection is needed. Measuring 3.0 in (7.5 cm) and weighing 2.3 oz (65 g), it fits comfortably within the...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A First Communion cross for boys handcrafted from Bethlehem olive wood, featuring a silver kneeling boy figure at the center. Measuring 6.3 in (16 cm) tall and weighing 5.6 oz (160 g), this wall cross was created to commemorate one...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A unique olive wood and turquoise epoxy wall cross from the Holy Land, handcrafted as part of a limited collection of 10 one-of-a-kind designs. Measuring 4.7 in (12 cm) tall and weighing 3.5 oz (100 g), each cross combines natural...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
The contrast between the dark, natural bark on the outside and the pale carved cross within is the design itself. A budded olive wood cross carved directly from a natural block of Bethlehem olive wood — the bark left intact...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A God Bless Our Home Latin Cross handcrafted from Bethlehem olive wood, featuring a beautifully carved Holy Spirit dove at its center and an olive branch flowing down the lower beam. The blessing "God Bless Our Home" is raised across...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
An olive wood wall crucifix with Four Holy Elements from the Holy Land, including holy soil from Jerusalem sealed within one of its gold-rimmed windows. Measuring 7.8 in (20 cm) tall and weighing 5.6 oz (160 g), this hanging crucifix...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
A classic olive wood Latin crucifix handcrafted in the Holy Land, featuring a silver-tone corpus and a separate INRI scroll plaque mounted above Christ's head. Measuring 7.9in (20cm) and weighing 4.2oz (120g), this traditional Catholic wall crucifix combines clean craftsmanship,...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
An Eastern Orthodox three-bar crucifix handcrafted in Bethlehem from Holy Land olive wood, featuring the traditional Russian Orthodox cross design with its upper inscription bar, central crossbeam, and slanted lower footrest. The crucifix includes a detailed silver-tone corpus and Four...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
A hand-carved olive wood crucifix from Bethlehem, shaped with a simple budded design and a natural wood finish. Standing 7.8 in (20 cm) tall and weighing 6.3 oz (180 g), this compact standing crucifix lets the olive wood speak through its...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
A handmade olive wood crucifix with Jerusalem holy soil, featuring a silver-tone corpus, INRI plaque, and the Four Holy Elements sealed within gold-rimmed windows. Measuring 4.7 in (12 cm) tall and weighing 3.5 oz (100 g), this compact crucifix can...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A pure olive wood budded wall cross from the Holy Land, hand-carved by Christian artisans in Bethlehem. Measuring 5.3 in (13.5 cm) tall and weighing 6.3 oz (180 g), this traditional wall cross is defined by its trefoil endings —...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
A handmade olive wood thorn crucifix from the Holy Land, featuring a detailed silver-tone corpus and a separate INRI scroll plaque above Christ's head. Measuring 6.2 in (16 cm) and weighing 3.1oz (90g), this traditional wall crucifix combines the natural...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A handmade Latin cross relief-carved from a natural block of olive wood, with the bark left intact around the edges. The contrast between the rough outer bark and the smooth carved cross creates a design shaped as much by nature...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A First Communion cross for girls handcrafted from Bethlehem olive wood, featuring a silver kneeling girl figure at the center. Measuring 6.3 in (16 cm) tall and weighing 5.6 oz (160 g), this wall cross was created to commemorate one...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A large olive wood Jerusalem Cross for wall display, handcrafted from Bethlehem olive wood and carved with the blessing "God Bless Our Home" across its four arms. Measuring 7.9 in (20 cm) and weighing 8.8 oz (250 g), this larger...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A small olive wood Jerusalem Cross from the Holy Land featuring the blessing "God Bless Our Home" carved across its four arms. Each word appears on a separate arm surrounding a carved face of Christ at the center. Measuring 5.9...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A large olive wood comfort cross handcrafted in Bethlehem from authentic Holy Land olive wood. Measuring 3.9 in (10 cm) tall and weighing 2.8 oz (80 g), this smooth handheld cross is designed to rest naturally in the palm during...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A hand-carved olive wood wall cross from the Holy Land, featuring a Holy Spirit dove relief-carved at the center and textured arms inspired by the Crown of Thorns. Measuring 4.7 in (12 cm) and weighing 3.5 oz (100 g), this...
Olive Wood Crosses & Crucifixes from the Holy Land
Olive wood has long been associated with peace, faith, and biblical tradition. Sourced from the Holy Land, including Bethlehem and the surrounding regions, it carries a deep spiritual connection to the land where the roots of Christianity were formed. Each olive wood cross and wooden crucifix in this collection reflects this heritage — combining natural material with meaningful craftsmanship to create a lasting symbol of Christian devotion.
The Meaning of Olive Wood in Christian Tradition
In Christian symbolism, the olive tree represents peace, endurance, and divine blessing. Its presence throughout biblical history — from the olive branch brought by Noah's dove to the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus prayed — gives olive wood a unique spiritual significance. Wooden crosses and crucifixes crafted from this sacred material carry that meaning into daily prayer and reflection.
Unique Craftsmanship and Natural Beauty
No two olive wood crosses are alike. The grain, tone, and texture vary naturally, giving each piece its own character. Many designs include refined details such as a silver corpus, INRI plaque, or the Four Holy Elements — holy soil from Jerusalem, olive leaves, incense, and sacred stone — sealed within the cross as a direct spiritual connection to the sacred sites of the Holy Land.
A Personal Expression of Faith
Olive wood crosses are used in daily prayer, displayed in homes, or given as meaningful Christian gifts. Their natural origin and spiritual symbolism make them a lasting reminder of faith, devotion, and connection to the Holy Land.
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Discover answers to common questions about our olive wood crosses & crucifixes and their spiritual significance in Christian faith.
Frequently Asked Questions — Olive Wood Crosses & Crucifixes
What makes olive wood crosses from the Holy Land special?
Are these crosses made from real olive wood?
What types of olive wood crosses & crucifixes are in this collection?
What do the Four Elements in olive wood crosses represent?
Do these crosses come with a certificate of authenticity?
Are olive wood crosses suitable as Christian gifts?
Can olive wood crosses be used for prayer or only for decoration?
What makes an olive wood crucifix different from other wooden crucifixes?
Combined with a hand-carved silver corpus and INRI plaque, each crucifix is both a devotional object and an authentic piece of Holy Land heritage, something no mass-produced wooden crucifix can replicate.
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Can olive wood crosses be personalised or engraved?
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Handcrafted by Christian artisans in Bethlehem and Jerusalem
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