Decode the most classic symbols of the ancient world

Many ancient civilizations have famous symbols that have separate meanings. These symbols are often used in special ceremonies and events.

Many ancient civilizations have famous symbols that have separate meanings. These symbols are often used in special ceremonies and events. They also symbolize the belief culture of the ancient people.

Ankh symbol

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This is Egyptian hieroglyph which means "life".

Ankh is one of the famous symbols of ancient Egypt. This is Egyptian hieroglyph which means "life". The pharaohs, the Queen of Egypt and the gods are allowed to use the Ankh symbol because it is believed to give power to the person who holds it can give or take away the lives of others.

Ankh is also considered the 'key of life' because of its shape like a key. According to the concept of ancient Egyptians, the Ankh symbol can unlock the 'door of hell'. Ancient Greeks also took the Ankh symbol to create a symbol of the Goddess of Venus.

The swastika

The swastika (Sanskrit: Swastika) is also known as the swastika as a well-known symbol. In more than 4000 BC, the swastika appeared.

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In more than 4000 BC, the swastika appeared.

In Hindu religion, the swastika was identified with Vishnu and was associated with Shiva and Nagar worship. The swastika is also a symbol of Buddhism, which contains Buddha nature. This is one of the 80 beauty of Buddha. The swastika is a symbol of eternity and immutability. Therefore, the swastika often appears on the chest or on the palm and heel of Buddha.

In Japan, the swastika of Buddhism is called manji. It represents harmony and balance of yin and yang in the universe.

By the beginning of the 20th century, the Swastika symbol of the Aryan people became a common symbol of German nationalism. Later, Hitler used the Swastika symbol but with a completely different meaning. Specifically, Hitler used the Sawstika symbol to show the Aryan victory's mission to fight. He considers Jews to be enemies of the Aryans and is responsible for the crises in the German economy.

Update 18 December 2018
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