INRI
Calvary sign abbreviation
INRI is an abbreviation for the Latin phrase *Iēsus Nazarēnus, Rēx Iūdaeōrum* (Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews), the inscription that according to the Gospels was placed above Christ's head during the crucifixion.
It appears prominently in Christian art and iconography, particularly on crucifixes and depictions of the Passion.
The letters serve as both a religious symbol and a reminder of the mockery intended by the Roman authorities who ordered the sign.
Cross with Christ figure
- crossPass from side to side
- PilateJudean prefect, first century
- crucifixionExecution by cross
- plaqueInscribed memorial tablet
Latin · superscription · Golgotha · accusation · mockery · kingship · execution · Roman
crucifix
Cross with Christ figure
- crossPass from side to side
- PilateJudean prefect, first century
- crucifixionExecution by cross
plaque · Latin · superscription · Golgotha · accusation · mockery · kingship · execution · Roman · charge
Rex
Latin for king
Jews · abbreviation · initials · Latin · lettering · sacred · monogram · religious · symbolism · devotional
crucifix
Cross with Christ figure
altar · chapel · cathedral · rosary · medallion · pendant · tattoo · depiction · Renaissance · religious
- Christ imagerycrucifixion, nativity, Last Supper, Good Shepherd, crown of thorns
- Christian Symbolscross, crucifix, fish symbol, Alpha Omega, alpha and omega
- Passioncrown of thorns, Good Friday, Gethsemane, scourging, nails
- Passion narrativeJesus, Jesus Christ, Pilate, Pontius Pilate, Barabbas
- sacred symbolscross, ankh, yin yang, tree of life, Star of David
- Religious AcronymsYHWH, JC, XP, KJV, NIV
INRI666
Apocalyptic evil symbol
mark of the beast · inverted cross · pentagram · blasphemy · profanity