Symbol Code: SM000182 Symbol Name: Manji (Buddhist “Swastika”) (Category: Salvation )
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 | The swastika used in Buddhist art and scripture is known as a manji (whirlwind), and represents Dharma, universal harmony, and the balance of opposites.It is derived from the Hindu religious swastika, but it is not identical in meaning. Round Manji The Manji is made up of several elements: a vertical axis representing the joining of heaven and earth, a horizontal axis representing the connection of yin and yang, and the four arms, representing movement- the whirling force created by the interaction of these elements.When facing left, it is the Omote (front facing) Manji, representing love and mercy. Facing right, it represents strength and intelligence, and is called the Ura (rear facing) Manji. In Zen Buddhism, the Manji represents an ideal harmony between love and intellect.
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Symbol Code: SM000642 Symbol Name: Aries (Astrology) (Category: Salvation )
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 | The first sign of the Zodiac, Aries is the Ram, a cardinal fire sign.Aries is ruled by the planet Mars. The glyph of aries is a stylized representation of the horns of a ram.Aries is a masculine sign, and symbolizes virility, command, and higher truth.The softer side of Aries is the lamb, representing sacrifice and salvation.
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Symbol Code: SM000643 Symbol Name: Vesta (Category: Salvation )
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 | This is the astrological symbol for Vesta 4, the brightest asteroid visible from earth. The emblem symbolizes the altar and sacred flame of the temple of the Roman Vesta, the virgin goddess of home and hearth.
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Symbol Code: SM000838 Symbol Name: Keys (Category: Salvation )
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 | Keys unlock things, and as such, they represent knowledge, intellect, and uncovering things that are hidden from us. The keys of the Hierophant card symbolize the keys to spiritual knowledge, and wisdom. The ancient Greeks depicted keys as symbols for knowledge and life. When these keys catch our attention we may need to ask if we are locking up our potential, or if we feel something is being locked away from us.
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