The Turtle is an animal with deep symbolism in Chinese culture, both positive and negative. According to Chinese mythology, the turtle is part of a group of four divine creatures, which grants it divine properties. Besides this divine status, the turtle is famed for its very long life span, which made it a popular symbol …
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In Chinese culture, the tiger is often referred to as the “king of the wild beasts,” and embodies strength, fierceness and courage. It’s perceived as a powerful creature, feared and respected for its boldness and prowess. The tiger also holds a place in the Chinese zodiac as the third animal of the twelve terrestrial branches, …
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Modern depictions of Thor show him as being tall, blond, muscular, and chiseled (and one time when Thor has a beer gut) or as short, red headed, stocky, and muscular, but with a big “beer belly”. These depictions come from the Marvel movies and the game God of War Ragnarock, respectively. This raises some questions: was …
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Loneliness symbols come in many forms, and most of them have complex meanings outside of the simple sense of isolation and separation from the world. Some refer to the type of loneliness experienced when forcefully separate from society. Others refer to the more voluntary type of loneliness, one where the person itself wants to be …
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Wind, in mythology, literature, and art, frequently represents change and transformation because of its dynamic and changing nature. Because wind was thought to be the “breath of God”, it was often linked with divine inspiration, creativity, and prophecy. Because of its divine status, wind symbolizes life force or spirit, and is the unseen power and …
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History and culture has created many symbols of wisdom, so there is lack of choice for the person who seeks a personal wisdom symbol. However, what exactly is wisdom? The concept of wisdom is particularly vague and is often confused with intelligence and knowledge. Knowledge is the accumulation of facts and information through learning and …
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The cypress tree is a symbol of sorrow and melancholy, towering and slender, stretching high into the gloom of the evening sky. Its thick evergreen cover allows no light to penetrate, casting eerie, long shadows on the ground as dusk descends. The evergreen cypress tree has its roots in the Himalayan region. It was the …
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Sunsets often represent finality or transition between one phase to another, or even symbolize the close of life itself. The sunset marks the end of a workday both in ancient and modern times. In the realm of personal introspection, sunsets might represent a descent into the subconscious, encouraging exploration of hidden aspects of a person’s …
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Cars in dreams usually represent transformation, change, or the ability to achieve a certain objective. Because of this, losing your car in a dream often means you perceive your life to be stagnant or that you don’t have the tools needed to achieve your objectives. That being said, the key to interpreting a lost car …
Dreams where it rains during your birthday are called composite dreams, since they involve the combination of two distinct dream symbols that usually do not interact with one another: rain and birthdays. Every person’s dream is different, and even small variations on one of these symbols can greatly alter the meaning of the dream. For …
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