Linen

Christian: The linen cloth on the altar represents the winding sheet which covered the body of Christ in the tomb.  Fine linen signifies purity and righteousness, the vesture of the bride of Christ, the Church Triumphant.  Hebrew:  The linen of the vestments symbolizes the earth aspect. From: An Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Traditional Symbols (J.C. Cooper)

  Songs referenced: 

Crucify

Tiny Dancer
(cover)