What is the history of the Sign of the Cross?

[bahadur]

I am a new member, just joining, and getting to know more about this site!

I am a roman catholic (St Richards) in Jamaica,
My question is
Why do we make the sign of the cross?
Your views would be appreciated.

bahadur

 

[Reginald_Plum]

bahadur,

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