Initially used as a secret sign during the time when Christians were persecuted by the Roman authorities, the fish symbolized the mission of the group it represented and did so simply and effectively. L'Osservatore Romano in Italian. Historical Evolution of the Jesus Fish Symbol The Jesus fish symbol, also known as the Ichthys, has a rich historical evolution dating back to the early Christian era. Black brick wall, soft shadow. The use of this symbol can be traced back to the early days of the Christian church and holds various biblical references and interpretations.
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