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What does sign of the cross mean?
WordNet
Noun
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a gesture with the right hand moving to form a cross; used by Catholics as a profession of faith
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Wiktionary
sign of the cross (Noun) A gesture of the hand moving over the front of one's body in the shape of a cross made as part of ritual or to invoke divine protection.
Wikipedia
The sign of the cross is a physical gesture made by Catholics. It is usually done at the beginning and ending of prayers. The right hand goes from the forehead, to the chest, to the left shoulder, and to the right shoulder. This is sometimes done while saying "Father, Son, Holy Spirit."
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