Tuesday, 31 May 2011

Research Topic 5- Philosophy-visual convention

1.Scarab beetle.
In ancient Egypt they were referred to as Khepera, the god representing regeneration, resurrection and new life. They roll dung balls into their burrow where the female beetle lays eggs.  When the larvae emerges they feed on the dung and come out of their burrow.



2. Anjali 
If shown by Hindus Anjali is the gesture of two hands brought together near the heart, meaning “honor or celebrate.” Also, two joining as one for the same purpose. 




3. The All-seeing Eye
It is commonly interpret as Gods Eye watching over mankind eternally and symbol of higher knowledge and inner vision. Some even believe that it possesses magical powers to cast spells and curses. Also, it is often believed that anyone who controls it will be able to control finances. The easiest place to look for it is an American one dollar note.




4. The peace sign was originally a symbol of the Cross of Nero. Nero believed that there would be global peace without Christianity. During his reign, thousands of Christians martyred. During the 1960s Hippie movement and the creation of flower power, they adopted the it to use as a symbol of peace and most commonly worn as necklaces.


5. Claddagh rings come from the romantic tale of Irish townsman kidnapped for slavery, trying to get back to his loved one and express his feelings. It is often used as a token of loyalty, friendship and romance. Various traditions describe different meanings to the ways of wearing the ring. If worn on the left hand with the heart pointing inward it symbolizes wedding. As an engagement, people wear it on the right hand with the heart pointing inward. For friendship, it’s worn on the right hand with the heart turned outward. The hands represent friendship, the heart, love and the crown represents loyalty.

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