Popular Inscriptions
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"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." (Psalm 23:1)
"I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live." (John 11:25)
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28)
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"Rest in Peace" (RIP)
"In God’s Care"
"May perpetual light shine upon them."
"Forever in Our Hearts"
"With the Saints, let him/her rest in peace."
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"All the darkness in the world cannot extinguish the light of a single candle." – St. Francis of Assisi
"Love begins at home, and it is not how much we do, but how much love we put in that action." – St. Teresa of Calcutta
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"Beloved Husband / Wife / Father / Mother"
"Gone but not forgotten"
"Always in our hearts"
"Until we meet again"
"Loving memories last forever"
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"Devoted to family and faith"
"A life filled with love and laughter"
"Forever remembered, forever missed"
"A friend to all who knew him/her"
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"Gone yet not forgotten, although we are apart, your spirit lives within me, forever in my heart."
"Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, and very dear."
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"In the arms of the angels"
"Safe in the arms of Jesus"
"Peace be with you"
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Popular Symbols
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Latin Cross: A simple cross, often the most recognized symbol of Christianity, representing the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
Crucifix: A cross with the figure of Jesus crucified on it, emphasizing His suffering and sacrifice for humanity's salvation.
Celtic Cross: A cross with a circle around the intersection, symbolizing eternity and the endless love of God.
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Immaculate Heart of Mary: Depicts the heart of the Virgin Mary, often pierced with a sword and surrounded by roses, representing her love and sorrows.
Ave Maria Monogram: An artistic rendition of the letters "A" and "M" intertwined, representing the greeting of the Archangel Gabriel to Mary.
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Angels: Represent messengers of God and protectors of the soul, often depicted as comforting or guiding the deceased to Heaven.
Dove: Symbolizes the Holy Spirit, peace, and the soul's ascent to Heaven.
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Sacred Heart of Jesus: Depicts the heart of Jesus Christ, often surrounded by a crown of thorns and flames, symbolizing His divine love and sacrifice.
Chalice and Host: Represents the Eucharist, the body and blood of Christ, emphasizing the importance of the Holy Communion in Catholic faith.
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Saints: Statues or images of saints, particularly those the deceased had a special devotion to, such as St. Francis of Assisi, St. Joseph, or St. Therese of Lisieux.
Holy Family: Depictions of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, symbolizing the sanctity of family life and unity in faith.
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Lamb: Represents Jesus as the Lamb of God, a symbol of sacrifice and redemption.
Candle or Light: Symbolizes Jesus as the Light of the World and the eternal light that guides souls to Heaven.
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Keys of St. Peter: Represents the authority given to St. Peter by Jesus, symbolizing access to Heaven and the papal lineage.
Chi Rho (☧): An early Christian symbol combining the first two letters of "Christ" in Greek, symbolizing Jesus Christ.
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Bible or Open Book: Represents the Word of God and the importance of scripture in the deceased's life.
Rosary: Symbolizes devotion to Mary and the practice of prayer, often draped over the cross or integrated into other designs.
Ichthys (Fish): An early Christian symbol representing Jesus Christ, often used to symbolize faith and the resurrection.