This beautiful cross shows the painting most contemporary to the life of St Francis surrounded by scenes depicting the most important events of his life. At the top, Jesus speaking to St Francis through the crucifix of S Damiano, commanding him to 'Rebuild my Church'. To the left Francis embracing the leper, in whom he saw Christ. To the right, St Francis preaching to the birds. At the foot, St Francis preaching before Pope Innocent, to have his way of life accepted by the Church.