crux gammata

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From Latin.

• (Latin) IPA^(key): /kɹuks ɡamˈmaːta/
• (Received Pronunciation) IPA^(key): /kɹʌks ɡæmˈmɑːtə/

crux gammata (plural cruces gammatae)

1. (Latin phrase) The tetra-gammadion.
   • 1913: The Catholic Encyclopedia, page 15

     Below is seen the crux gammata, surmounted by a dove which symbolizes the Holy Spirit, and standing on a hill whence flow the four rivers of the Gospels, from whose waters stags and sheep come to drink.

• The crux gammata is often mistaken for the swastika.