​Religious Symbols

Religious symbolism is the use of symbols, including archetypes, artwork, events or natural phenomena, by a religion.  Symbols help in expressing the moral values and teaching of a religion.  See how many symbols you recognize from the group below and which ones are brand new!  It's amazing at how many of these symbols are in our everyday lives and we don't even realize it!

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Buddhism

Darmacakra - "Wheel of Dharma", the path of Buddhism

The Lotus Flower

Christianity

The Cross - on which Christ was crucified

Chi Rho - Greek letters forming the monogram, Christ

Hinduism

The Symbol Om (Aum) - sign for Hindu philosophy, used in meditation and prayer

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Islam

Name of Allah - The proper name of God

Rub El Hizb - Muslim symbol found on emblems and flags

Jainism

Jain Emblem - represents the universe described in the scriptures

Judaism

Menorah - Represents the lamp stand used in the desert by Moses

Star of David - common symbol of Jewish Identity

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Shinto

Torri Gate - symbolizes the entrance to a sacred place

Sikh

Khanda - commonly found on the Sikh flag and in the Gurdwara

In Onkar - symbol of unity of God and is found on religious scriptures

Taoism

Yin Yang - represents opposite or contrary forces

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