Unique Heraldry Symbols and Uncommon Features of Heraldic Art
by Heraldry symbols are artistic expressions that date back to biblical times but became more popular in the early 12th century. They remain prevalent today as …
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Raven in Native American Myth: Stories From the Haida People
The symbolic meaning of the raven in Native American myth describes the raven as a creature of metamorphosis, and it signifies change or transformation. In some tribes, the …
4 Natural Symbols for Wisdom
by If you’re looking for ways to reinforce the concept of wisdom in your life, perhaps you might want to incorporate symbols for wisdom in your …
The History and Meaning of Slot Machine Symbols
Exploring recreational symbolism and the history of slot machine symbols: Symbolism and symbols are everywhere. In fact, the Universe is stuffed with symbolism because that …
Big Bang! Origins of Astrology
Exploring the common origins of astrology: I love astrology for all the insights and glimpses it provides into the human personality. For me, astrology is …
Blue Moon Meaning
Why Do We Call It a Blue Moon? Blue Moon Meaning What’s up with the blue moon meaning? Why do we call it a blue …
Going Native Mind
Thinking with the Native Mind to Interpret Signs and Symbols One of my tools in interpreting symbolic meanings is engaging the “Indigenous Mind” or Native …
Myth Busting Owl Omens
Dispelling Owl Omens of Death Dispelling Bad Rumors About the Owl Omens of Death: There are many incorrect assumptions circling about that identify the owl …
Cherry Blossom Meaning and Samurai Symbol for Strength
Exploring Cherry Blossoms as a Sign of Strength A Samurai Symbol for Strength – Cherry Blossom Meaning to Aid in Facing Change and Challenges: My …
Native American Swastika Meaning
Exploring Life-Affirming Native American Swastika Meaning It may (or may not) be surprising to you that the Native American swastika meaning is about creation, expansion …
Peace Symbol and Sign Meaning
History of the Peace Sign Meaning Exploring Peace Sign Meaning: There are tons of icons that deal with peace sign meaning…Doves, an olive branch, the …
Exploring Akashic Record Meaning
Akashic Record Meaning Simplifying Akashic record meaning. This concept is not the easiest nut to crack. Let’s start with the meaning of the word. The …
The Seven Norse Symbols: Gifts for the Gods
Exploring the treasures and seven Norse symbols from the dwarves: Once upon a time in Norse myth, there were seven precious and magical gifts presented …
St. Patrick’s Day Symbols
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day Symbols Exploring history with St. Patrick’s day symbols: It’s been said that on March 17th, St. Patrick’s day, everybody is Irish. …
Gorgon Meaning and the Story of Medusa
Setting the Record Straight on Gorgon Meaning and Medusa Exploring Gorgon Meaning and the Story of Medusa: Did you ever see the 1981 version of Clash …
Meaning of Valentine’s Day and its Connection with Wolves
Valentine’s Day is for the WolvesMeaning of Valentine’s Day and its Connection with Wolves Wolves and the Meaning of Valentine’s Day: There are many origin-theories …
Basic Celtic Symbols, Facts and Totems
An overview of Celtic symbols and Celtic totems: First off…a bit of background. The word “Celtic” is used for those people who lived in Britain …
Symbolic Wheel of the Year Meaning
More and more, I get questions about the wheel of the year meaning. This is especially true this time of year (as I write this, …
