Olive Wood Tao Tau Finger Rosary Key Ring Keyring | Portable Prayer Tool

This one-decade rosary key ring is a beautiful and portable expression of faith, featuring hand-carved Bethlehem Olivewood beads and a petite olive wood Tau cross. The Tau cross, shaped like the Greek letter “Tao,” is steeped in history, appearing in pre-Christian Roman, Greek, and Druid cultures. Today, it is most closely associated with St. Francis of Assisi, who adopted it as a symbol of his order’s monastic habit, representing a living crucifix and a life devoted to serving God and humanity.

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI AND THE TAU CROSS
St. Francis, once a pleasure-seeking youth, turned to a life of poverty and devotion after a grave illness, renouncing his materialistic past. He founded the Franciscan Order, choosing the Tau Cross as its emblem. The cross became a symbol of protection, especially against disease, reflecting St. Francis’s ministry among the lepers. Despite enduring illness and hardship, including receiving the stigmata, St. Francis’s legacy of humility and service continues to inspire.

A MEANINGFUL GIFT AND PRAYER COMPANION
This finger rosary is a poignant gift, serving as a constant reminder of faith and devotion. Whether for personal use or as a thoughtful gift, it carries the noble legacy of St. Francis of Assisi.

INCLUDES PRAYER GUIDE
For those new to the rosary or seeking guidance, a comprehensive prayer guide is available for download: Download Rosary Prayers.