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Suspended from a sturdy, dark brown cotton cord, the pendant strikes a perfect balance between rustic, enduring, and gentle. Worn close, it serves as a reminder of both the faith it carries and the land from which it comes. This piece is crafted slowly, with patient hands and the wisdom only time can give. 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Suspended on a strong cotton cord, it rests close to the heart and makes a meaningful gift or personal keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem ST18.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nazareth Fair Trade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49126827589961,"sku":"ST18","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5118\/7785\/files\/1Edited.png?v=1781181257"},{"product_id":"tau-of-love-olive-wood-cross-necklace","title":"Tau of Love Cross Necklace","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"480\" data-start=\"222\"\u003eIn the olive groves of the Holy Land, this Tau Cross takes shape. Carved by the hands of Christian families in Nazareth, each pendant holds the essence of the land. The cross itself bears a deep crimson hue, a sign of passion and sacrifice. Its smooth surface, shaped with care, rests upon a red cotton cord that is both strong and adjustable, offering comfort and a length that fits with ease. Simple in form, the Tau Cross speaks directly. It recalls the humility and peace of St Francis, whose life embodied the love it represents. Worn close, the Tau of Love Cross rests over the heart, reminding you of the love that overcomes and the faith that sustains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem ST56RED.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nazareth Fair Trade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49846870442313,"sku":"ST56RED","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5118\/7785\/files\/Tau_of_Love_Olive_Wood_Cross_Necklace.png?v=1760532860"},{"product_id":"francis-tau-olive-wood-cross-necklace","title":"Francis Tau Cross Necklace","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"550\" data-start=\"253\"\u003eIn the Holy Land, beneath the olive groves that have stood for centuries, the Francis Tau Cross takes form. Each pendant is carved from olive wood by Christian artisans in Nazareth. The grain of the wood is smooth and unique, a mark of time and growth, a witness to the land it comes from. The Tau is the cross of St Francis. Its shape, broad and open, is a sign of peace, simplicity, and humility. The arms extend outward, a gesture of welcome and devotion. For Francis, this cross was not only a symbol but a way of life, calling to walk in faith with clarity and compassion. Every piece is finished by hand, the surface polished to reveal the natural patterns of the olive tree. No two are alike. 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The shape is quiet, steady, and enduring. Worn close to the heart, the Berith Tau Cross is a gentle reminder of covenant, of faith, and of peace carried in simplicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem ST22.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nazareth Fair Trade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49846876209481,"sku":"ST22","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5118\/7785\/files\/BerithTauCrossOliveWoodNecklace.png?v=1759395427"},{"product_id":"tau-origin-olive-wood-cross-necklace","title":"Tau Origin Cross Necklace","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"479\" data-start=\"187\"\u003eThe Tau Origin Cross Necklace is carved from olive wood of the Holy Land, shaped with care and reverence by Christian artisans who continue a tradition passed down through generations. Its T-shaped form recalls one of the most ancient signs of faith, a mark of completion and belonging. The grain of the olive wood, unique in every piece, carries the memory of the land where faith took root, grounding the wearer in its living story. Suspended from a soft brown cotton cord, the Tau Origin Cross rests close to the heart. 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For Francis, the Tau was the mark of life in Christ, a sign of humility, protection, and blessing. Each pendant is carved by Christian artisans in Nazareth, the wood warm to the touch, its grain carrying the quiet story of the land. 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