Ichthys Symbol - Meaning and History of the Christian Fish Sign #3552217 (License: Personal Use)

The Ichthys is an early Christian symbol consisting of two intersecting arcs forming a stylized fish, derived from the Greek word “ἰχθύς” (ichthys), an acronym for “Ἰησοῦς Χριστός, Θεοῦ Υἱός, Σωτήρ” (Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior). It was used clandestinely by early Christians to identify fellow believers during periods of persecution. Today, it remains a widely recognized emblem of Christian identity and faith.

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