You may have noticed it at a traffic light: a small fish-shaped sticker on the back of a car. Minimalist, without text, sometimes stylized. It may look decorative, but it has a meaning that goes back centuries.
This symbol is known as the Ichthys, which is the Greek word for “fish.” For early Christians, the Ichthys was more than just an image. In a time when they often practiced their faith in secret, this fish served as a discreet sign of recognition among believers.
The letters of the word formed an acronym in Greek: Iesous Christos Theou Yios Soter , which translates to “Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior.” This simple fish was a way to express faith without words and to safely connect with others who shared the same beliefs.
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