The St. Benedict cross is a Catholic sacramental associated with protection against evil, resistance to temptation, and a holy death. Its central message is trust in Christ’s Cross, with St. Benedict’s intercession.
When blessed, it serves as a sacred sign that draws us toward God through the Church’s prayer. Its power comes from God; wearing it does not automatically guarantee protection. That distinction follows the Catechism’s teaching on sacramentals and superstition (CCC 1670, 2111).
The letters are initials of Latin prayers:
| Letters | Latin | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| C S P B | Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti | The Cross of our holy father Benedict |
| C S S M L | Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux | May the holy Cross be my light |
| N D S M D | Non Draco Sit Mihi Dux | May the dragon never be my guide |
The dragon represents Satan.
Around the edge is a further prayer:
Vade retro Satana! Nunquam suade mihi vana! Sunt mala quae libas. Ipse venena bibas!
Its meaning is: Begone, Satan; do not tempt me with empty things. What you offer is evil; drink your own poison.At the top, PAX means peace. The firm rejection of evil serves the goal of living in Christ’s peace.
You can have the medal blessed by a priest or deacon, then wear it, attach it to your rosary, or keep it in your home. A fitting way to use it is to pray its words consciously when tempted: “May the holy Cross be my light.” The medal makes that commitment tangible in daily life.
• Glass material
• Volume: 16 oz (473 ml)
• Not dishwasher or microwave safe
• Simple yet durable design
• Can be used as a mixing glass
• Product sourced from China
Disclaimer: This is a handmade product from natural materials, so the glass may have some tiny imperfections, such as bubbles and dots.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Size guide
| WIDTH (inches) | LENGTH (inches) | |
| 16 oz | 3 ½ | 5 ⅞ |