There are also those who view it as a Christian symbol.
He felt that this cross "was not merely a Christian symbol, but belonged to the whole human family."
Different explanations are offered for why the fish became such a widespread Christian symbol.
The church structure is discreet and Christian symbols are not displayed on the outside of the building.
It may also be used as a Christian symbol of fertility and resurrection.
Three photographs in the exhibition exploit fish as a Christian symbol.
"But these Christian symbols show we will not bow to their blackmail."
The fish was used as a Christian symbol in the first decades of the 2nd century.
The church has no bells, crosses or other Christian symbols on it and its premises.
The fish is an early Christian symbol and its stainless steel represents local industry.
