{"product_id":"tau-cross-wooden-rosary","title":"Tau Cross Wooden Rosary","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful natural wooden rosary strung on sturdy cord, featuring a distinctive \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTau\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e cross pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eTau\u003c\/em\u003e holds profound spiritual significance across Jewish and Christian traditions, rooted in the Book of Ezekiel where God marks the faithful with this sacred symbol for protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly Christians adopted the Greek letter tau (T)—shaped like a cross—as a sign of salvation and divine redemption, famously inscribed in the catacombs of Rome. The symbol is also deeply connected to Saint Anthony of Egypt, founder of monasticism. Saint Francis of Assisi embraced the Tau after hearing Pope Innocent III speak of its meaning at the Fourth Lateran Council in 1215, making it his personal signature and a cornerstone of Franciscan spirituality. He painted it on walls and doors, using it to bless others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rosary honours that rich heritage, perfect for daily prayer and contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Temu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43732525514829,"sku":"300653","price":16.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/0423\/2013\/files\/TauCrossRosary.png?v=1788845722","url":"https:\/\/stjosephscentre.co.nz\/products\/tau-cross-wooden-rosary","provider":"St Joseph's Gift Shop \u0026 Christian Supplies Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}