
It is said that the Gothic Cross represents the intersection of Heaven – or the Spiritual World – and Earth – or the Material World. The four quadrants arms/quadrants of the cross are representative of either the four elements (Air, Water, Fire, Earth) or the four main directions (West, East, North, South).
Central to the gothic style, is the association with dark clothes/makeup, and the theme of death. Therefore, the Gothic Culture does not necessarilly represent a Christian point of view. Still, the gothic cross is considered by many to be a sacred symbol.
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