Sacrifice as the Basis of Community

Joining a community requires sacrifice, sometimes even everything, following the Christian offer of voluntary self-sacrifice. Placing the crucifix at the center of communities symbolizes the belief that voluntary self-sacrifice is essential for a stable psyche and state. This notion is deeply ingrained, as evident in the act of worship. The act of Christ taking the sins of the world upon himself and offering everything serves as the basis of community, emphasizing individual responsibility.