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Description
What You're Getting
A Smooth Modern-Style Olive Wood Cross from Bethlehem
Made by Christian family-based small factories in Bethlehem, it is both a devotional object and an expression of craft from the Holy Land. For more olive wood crosses and religious items from Bethlehem, browse our olive wood collection.
The Plain Cross: A Symbol Across Traditions
A plain cross, without the corpus, is the preferred form in many Protestant and non-Catholic traditions that emphasize the resurrection rather than the crucifixion. This smooth, modern olive wood cross from Bethlehem fits all of these contexts.
Machine-Finished for Consistent Smoothness
The hand-making and machine finishing combination gives this cross a smoothness that is consistently maintained across the entire piece. For more smooth-finish olive wood crosses, explore our christian gifts collection.
Using Your Olive Wood Cross
As a Wall Cross for a Home or Church
At 7.5 inches and in a smooth modern style, this cross is suited for a wide range of wall settings a contemporary home, a modern church, an office, or any space where a clean devotional cross is appropriate.
As an Ecumenical or Interfaith Gift
The plain cross without a corpus is appropriate across denominations and traditions. Browse our holy land gifts collection for more cross and devotional gift options.
As a Companion to the Catholic Crucifix
This cross and the smooth round-stick Catholic crucifix in this range share the same design language and scale. They work as a pair a cross and a crucifix in matching style for homes or spaces where both forms are present in devotional display.
What's in the Box
One olive wood cross in smooth modern style (7.5 inches)
Certificate of authenticity
Lord's Prayer card
For more handcrafted crosses from Bethlehem, browse our souvenirs collection.
Who This Is For
Those Who Prefer a Plain Cross Over a Crucifix
This cross is for those who want the cross form without the corpus a plain cross appropriate for Protestant, non-Catholic, or ecumenical contexts.
Gift Buyers Looking for a Modern Olive Wood Cross
For those who prefer a contemporary aesthetic, the smooth round-stick olive wood cross from Bethlehem is a more suitable choice than an ornate or rustic carved cross.
Those Collecting Matching Cross and Crucifix Forms
For those who want matching cross forms in different styles, this cross and the smooth round-stick Catholic crucifix form a consistent pair in scale and design language.
Storage and Care
Storing Your Cross
Store in a dry location away from humidity and impact. The smooth machine finish maintains its quality well, but scratches in storage should be avoided.
Caring for Your Cross
Wipe with a soft dry cloth. The smooth finish does not require oiling but can receive a light natural oil application to deepen the olive wood color over time. To learn more about Holy Land Market, visit the about Holy Land Market page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a cross or a crucifix?
This is a plain cross without a corpus (the figure of Christ). It is different from the Catholic crucifix in the same range, which includes the corpus.
Is this hand-made or machine-made?
The cross is hand-made and then machine-finished for smoothness and quality.
What is included?
The cross comes with a certificate of authenticity and a Lord's Prayer card.
Are bulk or wholesale orders available?
Yes. Holy Land Market accepts wholesale and bulk orders. Visit our wholesale orders page for details.