The Maltese Cross

April 18, 2014 7 Comments »

Maltese Cross

The Maltese Cross a symbol seen everywhere you look on the island of Malta

Easter will be celebrated in many parts of the world this weekend. I am finishing up the Rickshaw Run in India this weekend and will be celebrating for many reasons I hope.

One of the main symbols of Easter is the cross, so I decided to highlight an unusual cross found in the country of Malta this Easter. The Maltese cross is known for it’s 8 points and is a symbol of the Knights Hospitaller (Knights of Malta). The history behind the cross is varied and complex, there seem to be few facts that were in agreement.

This was one of the few things in agreement – the four arms of the Cross stand for the four Cardinal Virtues – prudence, temperance, justice and fortitude.

Putting aside the historical significance of the Maltese cross, it is the modern day symbol of Malta and you will find it everywhere – yes everywhere. In fact, when I was traveling in Malta I made a game out of it trying to photograph all of the places I saw it, in windows, lamps, fabric, walls, and doors. In fact once you sort of trained your eye for it you saw it everywhere.  Next time you travel to Malta – see how many different places you can spot the 8 point cross!

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Doors

Balcony Design

Balcony Design

Lace

Lace

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Wooden Cross

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Iron work on windows

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Lamp shade

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Window Design

If you are going to Malta then check out my articles about the island and how to spend a day in Valletta!

Valletta in a Day
What to eat in Malta
Sliema Photo Walk
A Day in Malta’s Three Cities


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