With the ultimate quest to find the transmutation formula for gold, that is the Magnum Opus for alchemists, and many other works involving elements, the mystical protoscience of alchemy has … Read more
Searching for the Omega symbol and what it represents might get you a little bit surprised as it is used in many different fields from religion to astrology, physics, chemistry, … Read more
Religious symbols and their meanings have fascinated both researchers and the average person for the power they hold over the hearts and minds of billions of people. The belief in … Read more
The hammer and sickle reminds most people instantly of Communism, of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR), and probably also the color red. It has long been a symbol … Read more
Symbols played an important role in the Viking culture. From merely representing their faith, to calling on their gods for protection or instilling fear in their enemies, the Norse people … Read more
The Vegvisir, also known as the runic compass or the Viking compass/Nordic compass made of eight Viking rune staves, is a symbol of protection and guidance believed to be used … Read more
The Celtic Cross is essentially a combination of two of the most basic shapes that appear in the symbology of the ages – the circle and the cross. Often also … Read more
One of the most intriguing aspects of the history of human existence we have inherited from our ancestors is the language of symbols. Found all over the world and in … Read more
Known around the world as the Hamsa Hand, the Hand of Mary, Hand of Fatima, Hand of Miriam and spelt alternately as ‘Khamsa’, the Hamsa is probably the most famous … Read more
The Valknut is one of the most intriguing symbols that the Norse people have left behind. The name comprises of two root words, ‘valr’ which means ‘slain warrior’ and ‘knut’, … Read more