the world. This symbolizes the diagram used to indicate the solar cycle, upon which the Galactic Alignment and procession rest. This traditional formula is often seen on the tympana of Roman porches. Where Jesus is shown seated with his left hand resting on a book and his right hand is raised in the gestures of benediction. He is separated from the four beasts which attend him by an ellipse, which is called the mystic almond. These groups are seen in many chapels and cathedrals throughout Europe, including Church of Templars at Luz in Hautes Pyrénées Interpreting the Cross: End of the World Through analysis of all the alchemical symbols found on the cross, it is believed that the Cross of Hendaye is a physical representation of the belief that the world is quickly coming to an end. And, as the symbols suggest, the end of the world will occur in the midst of fire. This belief was brought upon by the ancient Christian group, the Rosicrucians, and alchemists. Many believe that the end will be the return of Christ as referenced in the Bible. As Jay Weidner cites Fulcanelli's quote, "The age of iron has no other seal than that of Death. Its hieroglyph is the skeleton, bearing the attributes of Saturn: the empty hourglasses, symbols of time run out..." The Great Cross of Hendaye is believed to describe the end of both the four ages of the Hindu Yuga system as well as the four ages of alchemical chronological timekeeping. References Buildings and structures in Pyrénées-Atlantiques Stone crosses Individual crosses and crucifixes