The cross is a symbol of Christianity that represents the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his sacrifice for humanity's sins. In 'The Dream of the Rood', the cross is personified as a character that shares its own story of suffering and redemption, emphasizing themes of pain, glory, and the duality of its existence as both an instrument of torment and a symbol of salvation.
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