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Description & Usage
The Orthodox Cross Symbol is ☦. Its Unicode code point is U+2626, HTML entity is ☦, CSS escape is \\2626, and JavaScript escape is \u2626.
Orthodox cross (☦) is a cultural, religious, astronomy, or reference symbol whose meaning depends on surrounding context within cultural and religious symbols in the religious group.
Practical use
Use Orthodox cross with surrounding words when the symbol has cultural, religious, astronomical, or community-specific meaning.
Compatibility
Orthodox cross is a Unicode character, but exact shape, weight, spacing, and fallback behavior depend on the font and platform.
Use with care
Orthodox cross can carry identity, cultural, religious, or community meaning; avoid using it as decoration when context could be misunderstood.
Use the primary copy button for the actual character. Use the implementation codes when you need to place the same symbol in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or technical documentation.
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Profiles and identity text
Cultural and Religious Symbols can appear in bios, forms, educational notes, and cultural references when the surrounding wording is clear.
Reference writing
Use symbols alongside plain-language labels so readers understand the intended identity, tradition, astronomy, or cultural meaning. For cultural and religious symbols, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.
Respectful context
Meaning can vary by community, religion, culture, or platform. Avoid using sensitive symbols as decoration without context. For cultural and religious symbols, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.
Related categories
Move from cultural and religious symbols into nearby categories when you need related Unicode signs, alternate notation, or a clearer symbol family.
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FAQ
How do I copy the Orthodox Cross?
Use the copy button on SymbolCopy to copy Orthodox Cross to your clipboard, then paste it into your document, app, website, or social post.
What is the Unicode for Orthodox Cross?
The Unicode value for Orthodox Cross is U+2626.