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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.

Symbolism includes the belief that evergreens dispel the power of evil. Christians incorporated the tradition of the tree into Christmas customs.

Red-crowned Cranes are traditional symbols of peace and harmony. Sadako Sasaki, a young Hiroshima victim, made paper cranes an international peace symbol too.

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.

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.

The use of evergreens as Christmas trees has long been part of the culture of the celebration of Christmas. Buying one signals the start of the festive holiday season.

The Kalash is worshiped in every Hindu ritual, be it marriage or consecration of a home. Its significance has been explained in different ways.

A Roman Bridge and a luscious Cedar Forest outside of the Village of Bonnieux in the Vaucluse, are ideal spots to stop and soak up the history and beauty of this region.

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.

As outlined in Wild Flower Folklore, common plants and flowers are often associated with myths and legends throughout the world.