In the shape of a ship, reminding us of Noah's ark.
Circular in shape as eternity is, having no beginning nor end.
In the shape of a cross.
On top of it are semi-circular domes that reminds us of heaven.
The big middle dome stands on four pillars, on each pillar is drawn the icon of one of the evangelists (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John).
Dictionary of church terms. — St. GEORGE'S COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH SPORTING - ALEXANDRIA EGYPT. Fr. Tadros Yacoub Maiaty.