also: はっつけばしら · たくちゅう · はりき
Specifically refers to the wooden cross used in crucifixion, as a historical or religious object. Not a general term for 'cross' (十字架).
The figure of Christ on the cross is depicted.
In ancient Rome, executions by crucifixion were carried out.
Standard kanji spelling for 'cross used in crucifixion'. The reading はりつけばしら is the most common.
Alternate reading; less common than はりつけばしら.
Sino-Japanese reading; rarely used.
Alternate reading; rarely used.
Compound of 磔 (はりつけ, 'crucifixion') and 柱 (はしら, 'pillar, post'). The reading はりつけばしら is the most natural kun'yomi combination.