☦️ Orthodox cross emoji
HTML
☦
Unicode
U+2626
What is ☦️ called?
☦️ is called the Orthodox cross emoji.
It is sometimes called Eastern Orthodox cross, three-bar cross, or Orthodox Christian cross. The wording reflects ordinary speech, specialist use, translation, or what the symbol looks like; Unicode’s official name is orthodox cross.
What does ☦️ mean?
☦️ is officially named orthodox cross. The symbol adds shorter upper and slanted lower bars to the main cross; exact orientation and church usage vary.
Use it for Eastern Orthodox Christianity, churches, faith, prayer, or religious heritage. Context supplies the precise intention, and related choices include ✝️ Latin cross and ☪️ Star and crescent.
Other meanings
It can convey Eastern Orthodox Christianity, churches, faith, prayer, or religious heritage. Context determines whether a message is religious, cultural, scientific, historical, communal, or symbolic.
Example Usage
The reference guide discusses Eastern Orthodox Christianity ☦️
Another relevant context is churches ☦️
More details
Officially named orthodox cross. Its code point is U+2626. It was introduced in Emoji 1.0.
Visual description
Platform artwork depicts orthodox cross as a compact, recognisable pictograph or symbol.
The symbol adds shorter upper and slanted lower bars to the main cross; exact orientation and church usage vary. Colours, proportions, orientation, text styling, and fine details vary by platform.
⚠️ Emoji appearance varies by platform.
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