I would like to rate this high on the message but I'm forced to rate low based on the poor lighting and composition. Maybe if it was taken from further back to have the whole Bible (I assume) in the shot.
Without your title I would have taken a minute or two ascertaining it was a cross. Interesting perspective, the paper with Hebrew, Jesus, etc that's not completely visible adds a bit of mystery. A little too soft for me and I find the white material with lines and textures distract from the subject.
Some would argue that Jesus was more anti-wealth, but I understand what you mean. This photo has some technical problems that hurt it a lot. The foreground is out of focus, and the deep shadows of the cross prevent the viewer's eye from being led into the photo. There is so much blur and shadow that it is not immediately clear what the wood is. I like the book text & charm(?) being in focus.
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