☦️ Orthodox cross emoji

The Orthodox cross, featuring three horizontal bars with the bottom bar slanted, representing the Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition. This emoji symbolizes Orthodox Christianity, Eastern churches, and the distinctive traditions of Orthodox faith.

The three bars represent the inscription above Christ's head, his outstretched arms, and the footrest, with the slanted bottom bar pointing toward heaven and hell. It is specific to Orthodox Christian traditions and heritage.

Related to other Christian symbols like ✝️ Latin cross and represents the Eastern Orthodox branch of Christianity.

Could also be called Orthodox cross, Eastern cross or Russian cross emoji.

Other meanings

Orthodox Christianity, Eastern churches, religious tradition, Orthodox faith

Example Usage

Orthodox Easter celebration ☦️

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Visual description

A cross with three horizontal bars, the bottom one slanted, on a vertical post.

⚠️ Emoji appearance varies by platform.