Cross Of Jerusalem Symbol
☩ is the Cross of Jerusalem symbol, used to represent a Christian cross associated with Jerusalem.
U+2629
The symbol ☩ is known in Unicode as the Cross of Jerusalem (U+2629). It’s commonly used in religious and spiritual contexts, and sometimes in design and iconography to evoke that theme.
Cross Of Jerusalem Symbol Meaning
The “Cross of Jerusalem” (☩, Unicode U+2629) is a Christian cross associated with Jerusalem. In practice, people use it to add a religious/spiritual visual cue in writing, branding, or typography. Depending on context, it can be used more generally to signal Christian heritage or symbolism, or more specifically to reference Jerusalem-related iconography. As with many symbolic characters, exact interpretation can vary by audience and usage, so it’s best to pair it with surrounding text when clarity matters. On platforms that support Unicode fully, it’s also a convenient single-character mark for icons or headings.
Common uses
- •Religious or faith-themed captions, posts, and blog headers
- •Design elements such as small icons in flyers, posters, or covers
- •Typography and layout where a compact cross symbol is needed
- •Game UI, badges, or emblems inspired by Christian symbolism
- •Developer documentation or mockups requiring the exact Unicode character
Examples
☩ Cross of Jerusalem Symbol
- ☩Meet us this Sunday ☩
- ☩A symbol of faith: ☩
- ☩Jerusalem service ☩
- ☩Blessing and hope ☩
- ☩Welcome ☩
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2629 | |
| HTML Entity | ☩ | |
| HTML Code | ☩ | |
| CSS | \2629 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9769 | |
| Decimal | 9769 |
How to type Cross Of Jerusalem Symbol (☩)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9769 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2629 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2629. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2629, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ☩ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What is the Unicode name of ☩?
In Unicode, ☩ is named “CROSS OF JERUSALEM” with code point U+2629.
How do I copy the symbol ☩ reliably?
Copy the character directly from this page. For code, you can also use the provided escapes such as ☩ (HTML), \2629 (CSS), or \u{2629} (JavaScript).
What does the Cross of Jerusalem symbol usually represent?
It’s used to represent a Christian cross associated with Jerusalem, often conveying religious/spiritual meaning depending on context.
Will ☩ display correctly everywhere?
It depends on font support. Most modern Unicode-capable systems should render it, but appearance can vary by font.