Stations of the Cross, Definition, Description, History, Prayer, & Practices
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Stations of the Cross is a series of 14 pictures or carvings portraying events in the Passion of Christ, from his condemnation by Pontius Pilate to his entombment. Prayerful meditation through these stations is a common practice during Lent and on Fridays throughout the year in a number of Christian faith traditions.
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This prayer is 'not comfortable,' but the Stations of the Cross help bring hope during Lent
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Unpacking the Symbolism and Meaning of the Stations of the Cross
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Stations of the Cross, Definition, Description, History, Prayer, & Practices
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Stations of the Cross, Definition, Description, History, Prayer, & Practices
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18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting Sixth Station of the
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The Stations of the Cross: Follow in the footsteps of Jesus
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14 Stations of the Cross
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Stations of the Cross The Church of England
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Stations of the Cross
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Stations of the Cross at the SAAM – Art & Theology