{"product_id":"18kt-white-gold-st-benedict-cross-pendant-size-28x17-4mm","title":"18KT White Gold St Benedict Cross Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe St Benedict Cross combines the traditional Christian cross with elements of the St Benedict Medal. It is associated with St Benedict of Nursia, founder of the Benedictine monastic tradition, and is used as a symbol of protection and faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCruciform shape.\u003c\/strong\u003e The pendant is shaped like a traditional Christian cross, symbolising the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSt Benedict Medal.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set into the cross is the St Benedict Medal, inscribed with symbols and Latin abbreviations. These inscriptions are prayers for divine protection and strength against evil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInscriptions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront of the medal:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe image of St Benedict holding a cross and the book of the Benedictine rule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe phrase \"Eius in obitu nostro praesentia muniamur\", meaning \"May we be strengthened by his presence in the hour of our death.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack of the medal:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cross with the letters \"C.S.P.B.\" (Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti), meaning \"The Cross of the Holy Father Benedict.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAround the cross, the letters \"C.S.S.M.L. N.D.S.M.D.\" stand for \"Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux! Nunquam Draco Sit Mihi Dux!\", meaning \"May the Holy Cross be my light! Let not the dragon be my guide!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe letters \"V.R.S.N.S.M.V. S.M.Q.L.I.V.B.\" are abbreviations of a Latin exorcism prayer, asking for deliverance from evil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe St Benedict Cross is often worn as a necklace, hung in homes or placed in vehicles for protection and as a reminder of faith. It is believed to offer protection against spiritual dangers, temptations and evil. It is also a reminder of the spiritual legacy of St Benedict, particularly his emphasis on prayer, work and the fight against evil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holy Grace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54483409142035,"sku":"18KT-Cross-0006","price":1276.48,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/7222\/1203\/files\/291c98ca-194f-4ca7-ae7d-8561bb9a2657.png?v=1787912090","url":"https:\/\/holygrace.com.au\/products\/18kt-white-gold-st-benedict-cross-pendant-size-28x17-4mm","provider":"Holy Grace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}