Christianity has a long and rich history of using different symbols and representations for both concrete figures (e.g., Jesus, the apostles) and abstract concepts (e.g., grace, charity). In this well-illustrated book, author Friedrich Rest discusses the symbology of Christianity, as well as the genesis and meaning of specific representations, including the different crosses, the Lamb of God, the descending dove, Ichthys, the pelican-in-her-piety, Xi Rho, and many, many more.