One of the most persistent symbols of the winter solstice is the wreath or wheel. One of the first uses of the wreath was as a symbol of the daily passage of the sun through the heavens, the cycle … ...

Lilies come from bulbs, and then seem to die away, but then return to life. This isn’t unique to the lily, there are other bulb flowers, but its white color also symbolizes purity, newness and hope.

Circle Symbolism & Spiritual Meanings. Generally, a circle represents the cyclical nature of the universe. It is the circle of life, which is birth, living, then dying.

Nanda Gasperini, a pro-life graphic artist in São Paulo, Brazil, designed this pro-life flag, seen in this undated photo. It was selected in an online vote in mid-July 2021 as the international ...

We encounter symbols constantly—in road signs, packaging, technology, clothing, and even gestures. While many seem obvious at first glance, some carry hidden meanings rooted in history, religion, ...

Artists in the south of France have long admired the hum of cicadas, and shops today even sell cicada-themed souvenirs. This is how the noisy bug became a celebrated symbol in the region.