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​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!

Buddhism

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Darmacakra - "Wheel of Dharma", the path of Buddhism
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The Lotus Flower

Christianity

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The Cross - on which Christ was crucified
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Chi Rho - Greek letters forming the monogram, Christ

Hinduism

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

Islam

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Name of Allah - The proper name of God
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Rub El Hizb - Muslim symbol found on emblems and flags

Jainism

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Jain Emblem - represents the universe described in the scriptures

Judaism

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Menorah - Represents the lamp stand used in the desert by Moses
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Star of David - common symbol of Jewish Identity

Shinto

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Torri Gate - symbolizes the entrance to a sacred place

Sikh

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Khanda - commonly found on the Sikh flag and in the Gurdwara
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In Onkar - symbol of unity of God and is found on religious scriptures

Taoism

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Yin Yang - represents opposite or contrary forces


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