The Greek word for fish is "ichthys." As early as the first century, Christians made an acrostic from this word: Iesous Christos Theou Yios Soter, i.e. Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior. The fish ...

The Jesus Fish is one of the most recognizable Christian symbols today, often seen on car bumpers, jewelry, and church logos. While many believe it originated as a secret symbol during Roman ...

The symbol of the anchor, with its crossbar, resembles a cross. An anchor and two fish (probably from the third century) occur together on a grave slab in the catacomb of Domitilla in Rome.

Fish in the Christian religion is symbolic. In fact, the Christian fish symbol means two things: the crossed tail represents the crucifixion of Christ, and also baptism, water and spiritual immersion.

Here's a list of every state fish and the three states that don't have one. ... Do you know your state fish? Check out the o-fish-al symbol for all 50 states. Clare Mulroy. USA TODAY.