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The Symbol of Life – Man in the Maze
The Symbol of Life in the Man in the Maze symbol depicts a human figure at the entrance of a maze that has only one path.
Star of Life
The Star of Life is a blue, six-pointed star, outlined with a white border which features the rod of Asclepius in the center, originally designed and governed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Saf…
The Seed of Life
An overlapping circles grid is a geometric pattern of repeating, overlapping circles of equal radii in two-dimensional space. Commonly, designs are based on circles centered on triangles (with the si…
Reiki
Reiki (pronounced Ray-key) is a Japanese name consisting of 2 words Rei and Ki meaning spiritually guided life energy (commonly known as Universal Life Energy), an energy which animates us all and is…
Spiral
The Spiral is a symbolic of Creation (Life path – Our life is continuous creation – consecutive manifestation of reality frames - as the only goal in our life is our human evolution with regard to co…
Feng Shui
Feng Shui is a system for arranging your surroundings in harmony and balance with the natural world around you. In Chinese, the words Feng Shui mean "wind and water." Feng Shui For Real Life is a con…
Ankh
The ankh, also known as key of life, the key of the Nile or crux ansata (Latin meaning "cross with a handle"), was the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic character that read "life", a triliteral sign for …
Cometan Logo
From the age of fifteen, Cometan committed his life to founding a religious and philosophical movement that came to be known as Astronism and that continues to revolutionise the way people around the…
Trishulam, Trishul or Trishula
Trishul (Trident) is believed to be the tool or weapon (astra in Sanskrit) of the Hindu God, Lord Shiva. The Trishul is a powerful tool which has 3 prongs like a fork, each of which represents the th…
Ankh Symbol
The Ankh for the ancient Egyptians was the symbol (the actual Hieroglyphic sign) of life but it is a persistent icon that remains with us even today as a Christian cross.
ConsciousCreation
ConsciousCreation™ is the merge of The Spiral as Creation (….Spiral, Fractal, YinYang, Flower of Life, Metatron Cube, Hunab Ku and Owia kokroko all related to Creation) and The Circled Dot/Circum Poi…
The Phoenix Symbol
In Greek mythology, a phoenix or phenix (Ancient Greek φοίνιξ phóinīx) is a long-lived bird that is cyclically regenerated or reborn. Associated with the sun, a phoenix obtains new life by arising fr…
Heartline Symbol
The meaning of the Heartline symbol was to signify life force.
Sesa Woruban
Change your life
Veve of Damballa
In Vodou, Damballah is one of the most important of all the loa (also spelled lwa). Damballah is the Sky God and considered the primordial creator of all life.
Turtle Symbol
The turtle is a sacred figure in Native American symbolism as it represents Mother Earth. The meaning of the Turtle symbol signifies good health and long life.
Rain symbol
The meaning of the Rain symbols were very important as water in every form as one of the most vital elements for the sustenance of life. Rain symbols signified renewal, fertility and change.
Shou
This symbol, whose name can also be spelled as "chou", is representative of longevity (long life), an overriding theme in traditional Chinese culture.
Peach
Peaches hold an exalted status in Chinese culture, where they are strongly associated with the heavens and with eternal life.
Bjarkan
Symbolizes the birch tree and the growth of new life.
Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks Logo
For Cronulla's maiden season in first grade a teal jersey with a white V was adopted from the [Cronulla Surf Life Saving Club] despite Cronulla's chocolate and gold design in the Sydney 2nd Division …
You decide
It's all about perspective Change your view, change your life.
Minecraft Earth Logo
Minecraft Earth is an augmented reality mobile game where players travel to real-life locations to build structures and collect resources. It features many unique gameplay aspects and interactions si…
Cross in a Circle Symbol
Native American Indians were a deeply spiritual people and they communicated their history, thoughts, ideas and dreams from generation to generation through Symbols and Signs such as the Cross in a C…
The International Flag of Planet Earth
The International flag of Planet earth is a common flag to be used by expeditors of outer space who represent the earth, regardless of their country of origin.
Astrobiology Tartan
When one thinks of Scotland, many iconic images come to mind; rolling green hills, ancient castles, and Nessie swimming in her loch.
bagua (feng shui)
a Chinese religious motif incorporating the eight trigrams of the I Ching, typically arranged octagonally around a symbol denoting the balance of yin and yang, or around a mirror. bagua regar…
SUMA Chess piece
The suma pawn (♙♟) is a two square wide pawn from a custom rule in Samurai chess placed in the 3rd row as 1st move -- each player has one SUMA pawn.
Black Suma Pawn - Samurai Chess
The black suma pawn (♙♟) is a two square wide pawn from a custom rule called Samurai chess. Each player has only one SUMA piece and that piece is placed in the 3rd row on the first move.
Rada Krivokapic Radonjic fashion designer and stylist
Zvanicni sajt Rade Krivokapic Radonjic modne kreatorke i stilistkinje Official website of Rada Krivokapic Radonjic fashion designer and stylist
Sturgeon Moon
August : Sturgeon Moon
Wolf Moon Sign
January : Wolf Moon Sign
Flag of Uzbekistan
The flag of Uzbekistan (Uzbek: Oʻzbekiston davlat bayrogʻi, Russian: Государственный флаг Республики Узбекистан) was approved at the Eighth Extraordinary Session of the Supreme Council of the Republi…
Tripundra
Tripundra, believed to be a spiritual symbol in the tradition of Lord Shiva, consists of three horizontal lines and a red mark (usually dot) on the center line. The lines are made with the sacred ash…
Star
A star is a massive, luminous sphere of plasma held together by gravity
Falcon (zodiac)
Falcon: Mar 21 - Apr 19
Owl (zodiac)
Owl: Nov 23 - Dec 21
Flower Moon Sign
May : Flower Moon Sign
Seed Moon Sign
April : Seed Moon Sign
Crow Moon Sign
March : Crow Moon Sign
Water symbol
The hawk is believed to be in a continuous fight, protecting people from the evil spirits of the air and is closely associated with forces such as rain, wind, thunder, and lightning and sometimes ref…
Tiratana
The tiratana represents the three most fundamental aspects of Buddhism.
Aboriginal Flag
Although this flag was created less than 50 years ago, the people that it represents are descended from one of the oldest cultures on the historical record.
Red (color)
The symbolism of the color red.
Maize (Corn)
For many native peoples of the Americas, maize is one of the most prominent symbols found throughout their cultures. While commonly referred to as “corn” by many people today, in this article “maize”…
Wheat
Perhaps more than any other grain, wheat has established a reputation as both a culinary staple and a cultural symbol. It has been cultivated since the very beginning of human history, and today is o…
Jade
In purely monetary terms, jade doesn't always measure up to more desirable stones such as diamonds or rubies. On the other hand, when it comes to symbolic meaning, a rich history, and holding a rever…
Dove
With its pure white feathers, softly rounded body and gentle demeanor, the dove is one of the most ubiquitous symbols of peace, innocence and purity. On the other hand, the dove’s symbolism is consid…
The Deathly Hallows
In the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling, this symbol represents the Deathly Hallows, three powerful objects that, if united, will give a person the ability to surpass human mortality and overcome …
Dates
The cultivation of dates began over 5000 years ago, and the fruit is still an important foodstuff in many parts of the world. In terms of symbolism, the date has much in common with the fig, and asid…
Sha Ze Sho Nen (Reiki)
The Reiki Distance Healing symbol (Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen is pronounced as: "Hon-Sha-Zee-Show-Nen") "No past, no present, no future" or it can have the meaning of "The Buddha in me contacts the Buddha …
Antarctic Tartan
When one thinks of Scotland, many iconic images come to mind; rolling green hills, ancient castles, and Nessie swimming in her loch.
Order of the Red Lotus
Insignia of an anarchist group featured in the television series “The Legend of Korra”.
Beren Heraldic Device
Heraldic device of Beren the Renowned, a character from J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-Earth.
Grandomastery symbol
The Grandomastery symbol combines shuffle and the Sierpinski triangle to represent profound randomness connected to fractals, highlighting patterns within chaos and emphasizing navigation through ran…
Flag of Kansas
The flag of the state of Kansas was adopted in 1927. The elements of the state flag include the state seal and a sunflower. This original design was modified in 1961 to add the name of the state at t…
Flag of New Mexico
The flag of the state of New Mexico consists of a red sun symbol of the Zia on a field of yellow. The colors honor Isabella I of Castile, her Habsburg heirs and the conquistadors who explored in her …
Celtic Cross
Celtic cross (Irish: cros Cheilteach, Scottish Gaelic: crois Cheilteach, Manx: crosh Cheltiagh, Welsh: croes Geltaidd, Cornish: krows geltek, Breton: kroaz geltek) is a symbol that combines a cross w…
Seal of Oklahoma
The Great Seal of the State of Oklahoma consists of a five-pointed star in a circle.
Earth
Alchemical symbol for earth
Arsenic
Alchemical symbol for Arsenic.
Bismuth
Alchemical symbol for bismuth.
Black Flag
The black flag, and the color black in general, have been associated with anarchism since the 1880s. Many anarchist collectives contain the word "black" in their names. There have been a number of an…
Pirate Flag
The Jolly Roger as a black flag with skull and bones has recently gained a popularity among anarchists.
Cross of Tau
The Cross of Tau, named after the Greek letter it resembles, is suspected to have originated with the Egyptians. It has been a symbol to many cultures before Christianity, including a mention in the …
Two Goldfish
The two goldfish (Sanskrit: Gaur-matsya; Tibetan: ག་, Wylie: gser nya), representing the state of fearless suspension in a harmless ocean of samsara, metaphorically often refer to buddha-eyes or rigp…
Yin and Yang
In Chinese philosophy, the concept of yin-yang (simplified Chinese: 阴阳; traditional Chinese: 陰陽; pinyin: yīnyáng), which is often called "yin and yang", is used to describe how seemingly opposite or …
Coat of arms of Bahamas
The Coat of Arms of the Bahamas contains a shield with the national symbols as its focal point.
First Aid
First aid is the provision of initial care for an illness or injury.
Triple Goddess Symbol
The triple goddess sign is identified with Greek moon goddesses.
Arevakhach
Arevakhach (Armenian: Արեւախաչ, "Solar Cross") and Ker khach (Armenian: Կեռ խաչ, meaning "Crooked Cross"), khach paterazmi (Armenian: Խաչ պատերազմի , the "Cross of War"), Vardan (Armenian: Վարդա
Pink and blue awareness ribbon
The pink and blue awareness ribbon represents several causes:
Yellow awareness ribbon
The yellow awareness ribbon represents several causes:
Asase Ye Duru
The Earth is heavy.
Ananse Ntontan
Spider's web
Bese Saka
Sack of cola nuts.
Mframadan
Wind-resistant house
Mmere Dane
Time changes
Nea Onnim no Sua A Ohu
He who does not know can know from learning
Sesa Wo Suban
Change or transform your character
Owuo Atwedee
The ladder of death
Tomoe
A tomoe (巴?), also 鞆絵, and tomowe (ともゑ?) in its archaic form, is a Japanese abstract shape described as a swirl that resembles a comma or the usual form of a magatama.
Church of Scientology cross symbol
Church of Scientology cross symbol
Deer (zodiac)
Deer: May 21 - Jun 20
Goose (zodiac)
Goose: Dec 22 - Jan 19
Harvest Moon
September : Harvest Moon
Hunters Moon
October : Hunters Moon
Beaver Moon
November : Beaver Moon
Cold Moon Signs
December : Cold Moon Signs
Thunder Moon Signs
July : Thunder Moon Signs
Strawberry Moon
June : Strawberry Moon
Snow Moon Sign
February : Snow Moon Sign
Hand Eye Symbol
The Hand Eye symbol featured strongly in the Mississippian culture. The following picture shows the Hand Eye Symbol surrounded by the Horned Serpent.
Spider Symbol
The Spider symbol featured strongly in the Mississippian culture of the Mound Builders and the legends and mythology of the Native American tribes. Spider Woman, or Spider Grandmother, strongly featu…
Days and Nights Symbol
The meaning of the Days and Nights symbol was to signify the passing of time.
Winter Symbol
The meaning of the Winter symbol was to signify the passing of time. A clever, simple way to symbolize and record the passing of time.
Princeton University Seal
Two of the University’s most prominent graphic images are the seal and the shield.
Aum or Om Symbol
Aum or Om (in Devanagari ॐ) is one of the most sacred symbols in Hinduism. In Sanskrit known as praṇava (प्रणव) lit. "to sound out loudly" or oṃkāra (ओंकार) lit. "oṃ syllable")
Cross and Crown
The Cross and Crown (a cross passing through a crown), is seen by some to be a Christian symbol appearing in many churches, particularly Roman Catholic; and has also been used in heraldry.
Emblem of India
The emblem of India is an adaptation of the Lion Capital of Ashoka at Sarnath, preserved in the Sarnath Museum.
Flag of Dominica
The flag of Dominica was adopted on November 3, 1978, with some small changes having been made in 1981, 1988, and 1990.
Homeowner has a gun
A triangle with hands signifies that the homeowner has a gun and he was going to use it.
Bad water
A hobo symbol that signifies water not to be drink.
Barking dog
A horizontal zigzag signifies a barking dog.
Hostile police
beware of hostile railroad police
A kind lady lives here
A cat signifies that a kind lady lives here.
Miami University
The Miami University seal includes three elements in a circle: an open book, a globe of the earth, and a telescope. These three elements symbolize the past, the present, the future.
Lauburu
The lauburu or Basque cross has four comma-shaped heads. It can be constructed with a compass and straightedge, beginning with the formation of a square template; each head can be drawn from a neighb…
Maltese Cross
This symbol takes its name from the island nation of Malta in the southern Mediterranean Sea, which it has been associated with since the 16th century and of where a version of the symbol appears on …
Smithsonian Institution
Headquartered in the United States capital of Washington D.C., and with affiliates all throughout North America (and a few beyond), the Smithsonian Institution is the largest museum and research comp…
William Marshal
The coat of arms of Sir William Marshal, one of the greatest knights of the Middle Ages, consists of a red rampant lion on a field per pale (vertically divided in two) of vert (green) and or (yellow/…
American Atheists
Founded in 1963, American Atheists is a major player in the ongoing battle to separate religious teachings from government proceedings.
Flying Boar
In the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender, the Flying Boar is the official seal and symbol of the Beifong family.
Raven
The raven is a very interesting creature in terms of symbolic meaning. Although it has a widespread reputation for ill fortune, this is not the case everywhere you go, and even where it is, there are…
Spider
The fear of spiders, or arachnophobia, is far from uncommon in today’s world. What is uncommon, however, is a deeper understanding of the immense symbolic importance this creature has to many culture…
House Greyjoy
The sigil of House Greyjoy from Game of Thrones.
House Tully
The sigil of House Tully from Game of Thrones.
Green (color)
The symbolism of the color green.
Plum
The plum is an important symbol in parts of eastern Asia, where both the fruit and its flower carry significant meaning.
Faravahar
This symbol, known as the faravahar (or, alternatively, the farohar), is the central icon of Zoroastrianism, a religion that emerged in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) some time in the first millenn…
Bamboo
One of the most ubiquitous symbols of eastern Asia, bamboo is a plant with many meanings and, in modern-day industry and manufacturing, a plant with many practical uses.
Stag
When it comes to symbolism, the "stag" possesses a separate set of meanings from the “deer”, so this article will only address the former.
Ruby
Like many gemstones, the ruby possesses a number of different symbolic meanings.
Yellow (color)
The symbolism of the color yellow.
Pearl
Although pearls are not technically 'stones' in the way many other gems are, they still carry a wealth of symbolic meaning. In certain cultures, these beauties are accorded particularly high status, …
Quintessence (alchemy)
In the context of alchemy, the word "quintessence" can refer to a number of different things, some of them rather esoteric in nature.
Quintessence (alternate)
In the context of alchemy, the word "quintessence" can refer to a number of different things, some of them rather esoteric in nature.
FIFA World Cup Brazil Emblem
From the second it starts until its final dramatic moments, each FIFA World Cup™ is encapsulated by its own specific identity, a unique image that is projected around the world.
Bear
Even if they’ve never seen one in person, most people have probably come across bears, whether through movies, nature documentaries, children's characters or even stuffed animals. In any case, the hu…
Spring
An old Germanic sign for the season of Spring, used in clog almanacs.
Summer
An old Germanic sign for the season of Summer, used in clog almanacs.
Autumn
An old Germanic sign for the season of Autumn, used in clog almanacs.
Winter
An old Germanic sign for the season of Winter, used in clog almanacs.
Winter (alternate)
An old Germanic sign for the season of Winter, used in clog almanacs.
House Tarly
The sigil of House Tarly from Game of Thrones.
Obelisk
The obelisk is an architectural feature that originated in ancient Egypt. Although simple in design, the crafting and transportation of these monolithic masterpieces was a highly involved process, an…
Facebook Logo
The Facebook logo is a simple and iconic symbol of social media. It consists of a lowercase letter "f" in a square box. The font used in the logo is a custom-designed sans-serif font that is clean an…
Steelers Logo
The Steelers logo is based on the Steelmark logo belonging to the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Created by U.S. Steel Corp. (now known as USX Corp.), the logo contains three hypocycloids …
Tomato
A popular ingredient in many cuisines, tomatoes have made quite an impact on the world ever since they spread beyond their homelands of Mexico and Central America. In terms of symbolism, the tomato s…
Cherry
Small yet succulent, cherries are an interesting fruit from a symbolic perspective. Separate and distinct from cherry blossoms, the fruit has its own set of meanings, many of which are starkly differ…
Faith Militant
The symbol of the Faith Militant from Game of Thrones.
Balance, Harmony, Perfection
Balance, Harmony, Perfection is the symbol of a belief. it is a symbol seen in dreams, and in the minds of all people who seek Balance, Harmony, Perfection in all things.
Copper
An ancient alchemy symbol representing copper.
Faith Militant (alternate)
The symbol of the Faith Militant from Game of Thrones.
Amazonite
Alkali feldspar mineral, a stone that represents harmony, healing and prosperity. Known as the "stone of truth".
Watford F.C. Logo
Watford Football Club is a football club based in Watford, Hertfordshire, England, that plays in the Premier League. Founded in 1881 as Watford Rovers, the club entered the FA Cup for the first time …
Barnsley F.C. Logo
Barnsley Football Club is a professional association football club based in the town of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England. The team play in the Championship, the second tier of the English football …
Jedi Order
The Jedi are the main protagonists in the Star Wars universe. They are depicted as an ancient monastic and academic meritocratic organization whose origin dates back to c. 25,000 BBY (Before Battle o…
Haven Logo a prototype for a game logo
Haven Logo a prototype for a game logo provided for public domain use by bitsfit.com and openInvent.club
Cheng Hsin
Consciousness and Skill Worldwide
Sigma Alpha Iota
Sigma Alpha Iota (ΣΑΙ) is an International Music Fraternity. Formed to "uphold the highest standards of music" and "to further the development of music in America and throughout the world", it contin…
FIFA World Cup Russia Emblem
Immense in size and spanning millennia in time, Russia is a land of magic. Its mystical and enchanting tales from years gone by will combine with the heartfelt generosity and ambition of its people t…
Company logo Ring-Ring®
Ring-Ring® rewards cycle kilometres for both employers/ employees, citizens/ government, entrepreneurs/ customers, insurance companies/clients.
Wisteria crest
The emblem (mon) of the Kujō aristocratic family of Japan, as well as the Hongan-ji school of the Jōdo Shinshū tradition of Pure Land Buddhism.
Shri Yantra\Sri Yantra
The Shri Yantra or Sri Yantra is a Hindu symbol that represents good wealth and prosperity. It is believed that placing the Sri Yantra in the right place at the right time can bring positivity in the…
Bridgeville United Church Tartan
When one thinks of Scotland, many iconic images come to mind; rolling green hills, ancient castles, and Nessie swimming in her loch.
American Museum of Natural History
Founded in 1869, the American Museum of Natural History has evolved into one of the world’s premier scientific collections and research institutions.
New York (50 State Quarter)
From 1999 to 2008, the United States Mint issued a series of special commemorative coins known as the “50 State Quarters”.
Everything
This symbol represents Everything
Bassnectar Bassdrop Symbol
Lorin Ashton, better known under his stage name Bassnectar, is an American DJ and record producer.
Sacred Thread
The sacred thread is also called Yagnopaveetam in Sanskrit and is a set of thin threads tied by men. Each culture within Hinduism has a different meaning and story behind the sacred thread. It is cal…
Chuck E. Cheese's Pizza Time Theatre Logo
A restaurants company from the late 1970's that features an animatronic band known as "The Pizza Time Players"
The Rock-afire Explosion Logo
An Animatronic band created in the 1980's by Creative Engineering, and most commonly known for their use in Showbiz Pizza Place Restaurants.
Three finger salute
Originally used in the Hunger Games in protest of the government, it is used in many countries in Asia to protest oppression,
INARA
International Network for Aid, Relief and Assistance
Phoenix
Associated with rebirth and renewal. The phoenix is said to burst into flames, but can rise from its own ashes.
How to Do My Homework Fast: Tips & Tricks
Individual homework is one of the types of independent work for schoolchildren and students. It is necessary for improving their level of knowledge and skills. Each task contains special requirements…

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