The meaning of religious symbols Ahmed Hamidouch Reda El C hattahi
Introduction: A symbol is an object that represents, stands for, or suggests an idea, visual image, belief, action, or material entity . A religious symbol is an iconic representation intended to represent a specific religion, or a specific concept within a given religion.
Hinduism The Om
The Om is one of the most important religious symbols to Hindus . I t represents ; the three major Hindu gods. earth, atmosphere, and heaven
Buddhism Wheel of Dharma
some Buddhists regard the the wheel's three basic parts as symbols of the "three trainings" in Buddhist practice : 1- The hub 2- The spokes 3- The rim
Bahái Nine Pointed Star Logo
The number "nine" is significant for Bahá'ís for several reasons : - Nine, as the highest single-digit number, symbolizes completeness - Bahai faith reflects the sense of fulfillment and completeness.
Taoism Yin and yang
The symbol represent perfect harmonic balance.
Christianity The cross
Best known religious symbol Cross on which Jesus Christ died Unity or fire
Judaism The star of David
Used on the shield of David Symbol of strength Impression of connection
Islam The star and crescent
Strength Celestial symbols: The star and moon suggest the presence of a deity
Shintoism The Shinto torii
Appears as a gate, entry of Shinto temples Line between secular and spiritual New authority, new rules