In-Class Activity
- Gabrielle Vebryzky
- Jul 14, 2021
- 2 min read
Find 5 "forms" with multiple meanings
Form #1—Infinity Symbol
The infinity symbol represents the idea of unboundedness or being limitless. However, in India and Tibet, this symbol represents:
Perfection
Dualism
Unity between men and women
In Scientology, this symbol is used to represent the "urge towards the infinite".
There are other forms of the infinity symbol with different meanings, such as:
Infinity arrow symbol: symbolizes endless and numerous possibilities and potential.
Ouroboros infinity symbol: symbolizes life, fertility, and the cycle of death and rebirth.
Form #2—Fleur De Lis
The "Fleur De Lis", which is translated to "lily flower", usually is known to represent the French monarchy. However, the legend of the baptism of Clovis I, the king of Franks, made this symbol represent the Catholic Church as it is stated that Virgin Mary gave King Clovis I a lily flower. This symbol is also known to represent purity, light, perfection, life, the Trinity, the natural world, as well as beauty and sophistication.
Form #3—Six Pointed Star
The six-pointed star, also known as the Star of David, is mostly used as a general sign of Judaism. During the time when Nazi-occupied Europe, this symbol was used in the yellow badge that the Jewish were forced to wear. As a result, this symbol also represents martyrdom and heroism. Other than being a symbol used in Judaism, ancient Hinduism is used to represent the unity between God and man, or man and woman.
Form #5—Dove
Doves have always been known to symbolize peace, love, calm, purity, and hope. In Christianity, doves are used to symbolize the Trinity, baptism, and the annunciation to Mary.
Form #5—Lion
Lions have always been known to symbolize courage, nobility, strength, royalty, as well as excellence.
Bibliography:
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