| This symbol of the
Ascension is an original design by Katherine Buck for use by Ascension Evangelical
Lutheran Church. The chariot is an ancient symbol of the Ascension. Its symbolism
is taken from the reference in II Kings 2:11, "... behold, a chariot of fire and horses of
fire ... and Elijah went up by a whirlwind into heaven." This symbolism
of the chariot has also been applied to the Ascension of Christ, for which our
church is named. The XP figure is the most wide spread and best known monogram
of Christ. It is made up of the first two letters of Christ's name when written
in Greek -- XPICTOC -- and is also called Signum Dei. It is a Christian symbol
possibly older than the cross itself. The XP symbolizes Christ, and the chariot,
and the Ascension. |
