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(Gr. ichtus, fish). From the 2nd century the fish was used as a symbol
of Christ and the word is also an acronym formed from the initial letters of Jesous CHristus THeou Uios, Soter (Jesus Christ, Son of God, Saviour). It is found on many
seals, rings, urns and tombstones of the early Christian period and was
believed to be a charm of mystical efficacy. [BD]
¿ 18.04.94 Zu