The meaning of religious signs

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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

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