The
emblem of St. Basil the Great
shows a pillar of flame, rising from the earth and
reaching to heaven. Encircling and framing the flame
are two branches, one laurel, the other oak. They
are joined at the top by a stylized sun, which partially
frames a cross. Below the cross are the Greek letters
IXC, which stand for Jesus Christ, Son of God.
For
the Sisters of the Order of St. Basil the Great,
the seal is a symbol of vision and mission.
IXC
stands for Jesus Christ, the light of the World.
The Sun illuminates the road the
sisters follow.
The pillar of fire signifies St.
Basil's firm faith and intense love of God and all
the people. It embodies the sacrifices and labors
that the sisters undertake in God's name.
The oak branch stands for courage,
fortitude and perseverance.
The
laurel branch represents the peace of Christ;
love of knowledge and wisdom; victory and eternal
glory as the reward for a life spent in service
to God and humanity.
