ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Cross necklace

A cross necklace is a piece of jewelry that has a shape like a plus sign, where one line is a little longer than the other. People wear cross necklaces for different reasons, but usually, it is because they are Christians and believe in Jesus. Christians believe that Jesus died on a cross, and wearing a cross necklace reminds them of this.

Now, imagine you drew a big plus sign on a piece of paper. Then, you cut out that plus sign and put a string or a chain through the little part at the top. You can wear it as a necklace around your neck. A cross necklace is usually made of metal, like gold or silver, and sometimes it has little decorations or gems on it. People can also choose to wear bigger or smaller crosses or different styles.

For Christians, wearing a cross necklace is a way to show the world that they believe in Jesus and want to follow his teachings. It is like wearing a badge that says, "I am a Christian." It can also be a way to remind themselves to be kind, loving, and forgiving, just like Jesus was. Everyone can wear a cross if they like, but for Christians, it has a special meaning.