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The sword of the Knights of Columbus is a symbolic object used in the ceremonies and rites of this fraternal Catholic organization. The Knights of Columbus, founded in 1882 by Father Michael Joseph McGivney in New Haven, USA, has become the largest fraternal Catholic organization in the world. The choice of name for the organization – in honor of Christopher Columbus – is no accident. Columbus symbolizes for the members of the Order the Christian discovery of new horizons and striving for spiritual development.
The sword is an important attribute of the Knights of Columbus. It is used mainly during ceremonies of the fourth degree of membership – the highest level in the organization, which requires from the knights not only religious duty,
but also patriotic feelings.
This sword is used in rites and ceremonies, as well as can be exhibited in collections of antiques and weapons as a symbol of faith, strength and spiritual development.
The blade is steel, straight, in cross-section rhomboidal, on both sides of the blade etched images of symbolic character in the form of etching rostochkovoy ornament, in the center of the blade in the frame we see the inscription in the Gothic style of the name of the brotherhood “Knights of Columbus”.
Hilt consists of a black wooden hilt and brass guard, covered with silver. Barrel-shaped hilt is not decorated, the hilt with a brass head in the form of the head of a man “Christopher Columbus”
The crossguard is decorated with a complex decorative ornament in the form of leaves, probably oak, symbolizing strength, fortitude and honor – features that reflect the ideals of the Knights of Columbus. In the center of the garda is an oval with several significant symbols. The cross in Christian symbolism signifies faith and sacrifice. In the case of the Knights of Columbus, it indicates the knights’ willingness to serve the church and defend their faith.On top of the cross, the dove is a symbol of the Holy Spirit in Christianity, as well as a symbol of peace. The dove is a symbol of the Holy Spirit in Christianity, as well as a symbol of peace.
Planet is located below the main elements. This symbol, in particular, looks like an image of a globe braided with a net. This image can be interpreted as an indication of the global mission of the Knights of Columbus.
The scabbard is metal. The device of the scabbard is cast, consists of a narrow mouth, two elongated shaped collars with rings for suspension (the upper one has two rings, the lower one – one) and a shaped lug with a shoe. All parts of the device are fixed by single bolts on the back side of the sheath. The surface of the device parts is covered with a complex cast ornament reproducing the symbolism of the brotherhood.
On the mouth of the scabbard on the front side there are military trophies and the Maltese cross, on the lower scabbard there is an image of a cross and the inscription “In hoc signo vinces” (from Latin – “With this sign you will win”). These words, according to legend, were written on the heavenly cross, which saw the Roman Emperor Constantine I the Great during his campaign against Rome on October 28, 312 AD, before the battle with Maxentius at the Mulvievo Bridge. After this vision, Constantine ordered his soldiers to use the military standard, the labarum
with the chrism symbol, which became the sign of his victory…
Historical Background:
The Knights of Columbus is the largest Catholic fraternal organization that originated in the United States and has spread throughout the world. It was founded in 1882 in New Haven, Connecticut, by the Rev. Father Michael Joseph McGivney. The primary purpose of the founding was to unite Catholic men in a fraternal society to strengthen their faith, protect their families, provide mutual support, and perform charitable works. The organization is named after the famous navigator Christopher Columbus, who symbolized the Catholic heritage in the New World.
The basic principles of the Knights of Columbus are:
Charity – helping those most in need, protecting the weak and assisting all who find themselves in difficult circumstances.
Unity – the cohesiveness of the fraternity to support common goals and protect the church.
Fraternity – mutual assistance to members of the organization, especially in times of need.
Patriotism – love and devotion to one’s country while maintaining Catholic principles in public life.
At the time of its founding, the Knights of Columbus sought to offer Catholics an alternative to secular fraternal organizations that often excluded Catholics because of their religious beliefs. The Knights provided financial support to members and their families in the event of illness, death, or other problems, as well as religious and moral education.
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