First Things Podcast The Sign of the Cross
Jun 29, 2023
Bert Ghezzi, author of The Sign of the Cross, joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss the significance and power of this gesture. They explore its history, connection to baptism, and its role in expressing devotion and profession of faith. They also delve into the impact of the sign of the cross on spiritual improvement and resistance to temptation.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Significance of the Sign of the Cross and a Story from Solzhenitsyn's Life
02:08 • 2min
The Power and Significance of the Sign of the Cross
03:54 • 10min
The Simplicity and Power of the Sign of the Cross
14:03 • 2min
The Sign of the Cross: History, Meaning, and Importance
16:23 • 8min
Self-Denial, Saint Christopher, and the Power of the Sign of the Cross
24:39 • 3min