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Phoenix – Symbol of Immortality
The Phoenix lives a long life, and then is consumed by flames, only to immediately rise again from the ashes. This mythical bird is surrounded by folklore and legend.
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Christmas Tree: Symbol of Eternity
Symbolism includes the belief that evergreens dispel the power of evil. Christians incorporated the tradition of the tree into Christmas customs.
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Japanese Cranes, Symbols of Peace
Red-crowned Cranes are traditional symbols of peace and harmony. Sadako Sasaki, a young Hiroshima victim, made paper cranes an international peace symbol too.
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Add Amaranth!
One of the most nutritious (pseudo) grains available, Amaranth is experiencing a resurgence in popularity as Westerners discover its health benefits. Find out why...
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Birds as Peace Symbols
The story of Noah's Ark, the Phoenix of ancient mythology, Sadako and the Paper Cranes, and the Great Seal of the United States all gave rise to bird peace symbols.
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Charms and Animism
Charms and fetishes are possibly one of the oldest and longest lived aspects of spiritualism there is. Their existence ranges from the Stone Age to the modern day.
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Evergreen Gifts for Yule
Pine boughs are more than decorations. Honor the season with pine baths, teas, potpourris, massage oils and firestarters.
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Rus: Pysanky: Hand-Painted and Decorative Easter Eggs
Easter eggs are one of the most culturally identifiable objects associated with the Rus, ranking along of the samovar. Called <i><b>pysanky</b></i> they come in a wide range of designs, colors & now even sizes. Colorful, unique & wonderfully decoartive <i>pysanky</i> are truly an art-form to be appreciated by all.
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Symbols of Female Saints
The symbols for these female saints tell stories of how they led exemplary lives or, for those who suffered martyrdom, tell the instrument of their death.
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Magic Carpet Ride
Did you know that the legend of the flying carpet is actually rooted in historical fact? Find out why, and learn the meanings to the symbols found in authentic Oriental carpets.
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