How mixed are the symbols of Christianity. Perhaps only in the first
few years did the cross mean "criminal" of the most despicable kind.
Treason, claiming one is king, in any empire is enough to merit such
a death. But to bring it to the present perhaps a noose is a better
symbol, easier to recognize in its intent now that the crosses
contradiction of meaning has faded to worshipful sacrifice.
Yet along with the enforcement of western beliefs came an
opposition movement who would coop St. Peter, and use his cross as
their own. "Satanism" is the first thing that most people say when
they first see this crucifix. It seems that even Christian folk have
trouble recognizing their own most sacred symbols without casting
each other into blasphemy. It's just a symbol.
Usually, at a show opening, this piece is a live installation, and
guests are invited to help hammer in the nails of Saint Peter. Some
are enthusiastic, some skiddish, and others cannot participate
because of some taboo they may be breaking, some blasphemy they
may be falling in collusion with. Decisions like these are hard when
one is second guessing a deity, or priest
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