St. Benedict Wall Crucifixes

Hanging a crucifix in the home is one of the oldest Catholic customs.

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A St. Benedict wall crucifix adds the saint's medal to the cross, with its Latin prayer asking God to keep evil away, which is why many families hang one near the front door or in the main room as a sign that the house belongs to Christ.

This page gathers St. Benedict wall crosses in sizes of 4.25, 4.5, 5, 6.25 and 7.5 inches. You can choose wood or dark brown finishes, or red, blue, green, white or black enamel, and a few white crosses glow softly in the dark. The 7.5 inch crosses make a clear statement on a wall; the 4.5 and 5 inch sizes suit a bedroom, a hallway or a small prayer corner.

We bring these crucifixes to the Papal audience in St. Peter's Square to be blessed by Pope Leo XIV, and each blessed cross ships from Rome with a holy card of the Papal blessing. For door medals and other ways to protect the house, see Home Protection; for everything else, the St. Benedict page.

Frequently asked questions

Where should a St. Benedict crucifix hang?

Near the front door or in the room where the family gathers is traditional. Some families add a smaller cross in each bedroom.

Which size should I choose?

A 7.5 inch cross suits a living room or an entry wall; a 4.5 or 5 inch cross fits a bedroom or a prayer corner.

How do I hang the crucifix?

Use a small nail or picture hook at eye level. Many families say a short prayer together the first time it goes up.

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