{"product_id":"roman-catholic-budded-crucifix","title":"Roman Catholic Budded Olive Wood Crucifix with Four Holy Elements","description":"\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eRoman Catholic budded olive wood crucifix\u003c\/strong\u003e handcrafted in the Holy Land, featuring the traditional trefoil cross form, a silver-tone corpus beneath the \u003cem\u003eINRI\u003c\/em\u003e plaque, and four gold-rimmed capsule windows containing sacred Holy Land elements. At \u003cstrong\u003e9.4 in (24 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e7 oz (200 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this standing altar crucifix is one of the most complete devotional pieces in the collection. Each crucifix is supplied with a \u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Catholic Budded Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from genuine \u003cstrong\u003eHoly Land olive wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, this crucifix follows the classic \u003cstrong\u003ebudded cross\u003c\/strong\u003e form, also known as a trefoil cross. Each arm ends in a three-lobed terminal, a shape long associated with the \u003cstrong\u003eHoly Trinity\u003c\/strong\u003e in Catholic and Western Christian art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe budded design gives the crucifix a more formal and liturgical character than a plain Latin cross, making it especially suitable for Roman Catholic prayer spaces, home altars, chapel shelves, parish offices, and devotional display. The raised central ridge along the beams adds structure and depth, while the natural olive wood grain gives each piece its own unique colour, tone, and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver-tone corpus is mounted in full relief, showing Christ wearing the \u003cstrong\u003eCrown of Thorns\u003c\/strong\u003e, with detailed drapery, visible wounds, and a traditional \u003cem\u003eINRI\u003c\/em\u003e plaque above. The flat olive wood base allows the crucifix to stand securely on an altar, prayer table, desk, shelf, or bedside devotional space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eThe Four Holy Elements of the Holy Land\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFour gold-rimmed capsule windows are sealed into the budded terminals of the cross, each containing one of the \u003cstrong\u003eFour Holy Elements\u003c\/strong\u003e connected to the Holy Land and Christian tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoly Soil from Jerusalem\u003c\/strong\u003e recalls the city of Christ's Passion, Crucifixion, Burial, and Resurrection. For many Christians, Jerusalem holy soil serves as a tangible connection to the ground where the central events of the faith took place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOlive Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e connect the crucifix to the olive groves of the Holy Land, the Mount of Olives, and the Garden of Gethsemane, where Christ prayed before His Passion. The olive branch has also long symbolised peace, hope, and reconciliation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFranciscan Incense from Bethlehem\u003c\/strong\u003e reflects the long tradition of Christian prayer and worship in the birthplace of Christ. Incense has been used in Catholic liturgy for centuries as a sign of prayer rising before God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Rose Petals\u003c\/strong\u003e represent the Marian dimension of Catholic devotion. The rose has long been associated with the Blessed Virgin Mary in Catholic prayer, art, and symbolism, recalling purity, love, and spiritual beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, these elements make this more than a decorative crucifix. They create a physical connection to Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Marian devotion, and the sacred landscape of the Holy Land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eRoman Catholic Altar Crucifix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003estanding Catholic altar crucifix\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for devotional spaces where the crucifix should remain visible during prayer. Its freestanding base makes it suitable for a home altar, prayer corner, chapel shelf, parish office, desk, bedside table, or family devotional area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the budded cross form, silver-tone corpus, Four Holy Elements, and Holy Land olive wood gives this piece a distinctly Catholic identity. It is ideal for those seeking a traditional crucifix with deeper devotional meaning and a direct connection to the places of the Gospel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eHoly Land Craftsmanship \u0026amp; Authenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach crucifix is handcrafted from olive wood by Christian artisans working within the long devotional craft tradition of the Holy Land. Olive wood has been used for generations to create crosses, rosaries, and sacred objects connected to the land of the Bible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe included \u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e confirms the Holy Land origin of the crucifix and the sacred elements sealed within it. Natural variations in the olive wood grain make every piece unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eCatholic Gift from the Holy Land\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eRoman Catholic budded crucifix\u003c\/strong\u003e makes a meaningful gift for \u003cem\u003eordination\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003epriestly anniversary\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eConfirmation\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eFirst Communion\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eRCIA completion\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ehouse blessing\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ewedding\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003enew home blessing\u003c\/em\u003e, or pilgrimage remembrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts freestanding altar format and Four Holy Elements make it especially suitable as a permanent centrepiece for a Catholic home altar, prayer table, chapel shelf, or family devotional space. It may also be brought to a priest for blessing before devotional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the olive wood with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture, direct sunlight, or direct heat. The Holy Element capsules are sealed and require no care. Handle the silver-tone corpus gently and avoid abrasive cloths or cleaning products.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piece of Holy Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46652009250988,"sku":null,"price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/0784\/8620\/files\/large-budded-crucifix.jpg?v=1782290769","url":"https:\/\/www.pieceofholyland.com\/products\/roman-catholic-budded-crucifix","provider":"Piece of Holy Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}