{"product_id":"saint-benedict-crucifix-keychain","title":"Saint Benedict Olive Wood Crucifix Keychain","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eSaint Benedict crucifix keychain\u003c\/strong\u003e combines Bethlehem olive wood with a silver-tone corpus of Christ and a \u003cstrong\u003edouble-sided Saint Benedict medal\u003c\/strong\u003e set at the center of the cross. The medal displays the traditional Saint Benedict Cross on one side and Saint Benedict on the reverse, creating a compact Catholic devotional object designed for everyday carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe olive wood crucifix measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2.2 in (5.5 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e long, excluding the chain and split ring. A silver-tone chain and split ring attach to the top, allowing it to be carried with keys or attached to a bag. Natural variations in the olive wood grain and tone give each piece its own individual appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eOlive Wood Crucifix from Bethlehem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe crucifix is made from \u003cstrong\u003eolive wood from Bethlehem\u003c\/strong\u003e, connecting this small devotional object with the Holy Land and the city of Christ's birth. The natural grain remains visible around the corpus and Saint Benedict medal, creating a warm contrast with the silver-tone metal details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe front carries the figure of the crucified Christ together with an \u003cstrong\u003eINRI\u003c\/strong\u003e plaque above the corpus. Unlike a plain cross keychain, the presence of the corpus makes this a true \u003cstrong\u003ecrucifix keychain\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly suited to Catholic devotional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eDouble-Sided Saint Benedict Medal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the crucifix is a \u003cstrong\u003edouble-sided Saint Benedict medal\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the best-known sacramental medals in Catholic tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne side incorporates the \u003cstrong\u003eCross of Saint Benedict\u003c\/strong\u003e and its traditional abbreviated Latin prayers, including \u003cem\u003eC.S.S.M.L.\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eN.D.S.M.D.\u003c\/em\u003e — associated with the prayer, “May the Holy Cross be my light; let not the dragon be my guide.” The surrounding initials form part of the traditional Saint Benedict prayer of resistance to evil and temptation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTurn the keychain over and the other side of the medal depicts \u003cstrong\u003eSaint Benedict\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because the medal is visible from both sides of the olive wood crucifix, its two traditional designs remain part of the piece rather than being hidden behind the corpus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eA Catholic Symbol of Faith \u0026amp; Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSaint Benedict medal\u003c\/strong\u003e has a longstanding place in Catholic devotional life and is traditionally associated with prayer for God's protection, strength against temptation and perseverance in faith. Combined here with the crucifix, it brings two familiar Catholic devotional symbols together in a small object that can accompany the recipient throughout everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe keychain can be carried with house or car keys, attached to a bag, or kept as a personal reminder of Christ and the prayer represented by the Saint Benedict medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eA Small Catholic Gift from the Holy Land\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eSaint Benedict keychain\u003c\/strong\u003e makes a practical Catholic gift for men or women and is especially appropriate for those with a devotion to Saint Benedict. Its compact format also makes it an accessible way to give a devotional item made with Bethlehem olive wood without requiring a dedicated place for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be given for \u003cstrong\u003eConfirmation, Baptism, First Communion, Christmas, Easter, Father's Day, the Feast of Saint Benedict\u003c\/strong\u003e, or simply as a small Christian gift for someone beginning a journey, moving home, starting a new job or carrying the Saint Benedict medal as part of their devotional life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saint Benedict crucifix keychain\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olive wood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bethlehem, Holy Land\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrucifix length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 2.2 in (5.5 cm), excluding chain and split ring\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorpus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver-tone metal\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetail:\u003c\/strong\u003e INRI plaque\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-sided Saint Benedict medal\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver-tone chain and split ring\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood grain, color and pattern vary between individual pieces\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. 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