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Swastika

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Originally a symbol of good fortune in various religions and cultures, but appropriated by the Nazis and now associated with hate and anti-Semitism.

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The Cross (Christianity)

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A principal symbol of the Christian religion, representing the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his Passion and death.

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Ouroboros

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An ancient symbol depicting a serpent or dragon eating its own tail, symbolizing cyclicality, the eternal return, and self-reflexivity.

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Sankofa

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An Adinkra symbol from the Akan people of Ghana that encourages reaching back to knowledge gained in the past and bringing it into the present.

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Hammer and Sickle

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A communist symbol representing the unity of agricultural and industrial workers.

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Mjolnir (Thor's Hammer)

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A symbol of protection and strength in Norse mythology, associated with the Norse god Thor.

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Lotus Flower

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In various Eastern religions, it symbolizes purity and enlightenment, emerging from murky waters unspoiled.

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Totem Pole

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Native to the indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast, these decorative poles represent familial or clan emblems and recount stories.

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Dreamcatcher

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A handmade object based on a Native American tradition, meant to filter out bad dreams when hung above the bed while sleeping.

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Yin and Yang

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A Chinese symbol representing the balance of opposite forces and the interconnectedness of all things in the universe.

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Mandala

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A spiritual and ritual symbol in Hinduism and Buddhism, representing the universe; the design is complex and concentric, often used in meditation.

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Bald Eagle

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A symbol of strength, freedom, and patriotism, specifically in the United States.

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Shamrock

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A three-leaved plant used by St. Patrick to explain the Holy Trinity to the pre-Christian Irish and now a symbol of Ireland itself.

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The Scales of Justice

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Widely recognized symbol for the law profession and the legal system, representing fairness and equanimity in the administration of justice.

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Dove

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Represents peace and purity in various cultures, stemming from its biblical association with the story of Noah's ark.

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Hijab

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A head covering worn by some Muslim women, symbolizing modesty, privacy, and morality.

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Peace Sign

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Symbol originally designed for the British nuclear disarmament movement, it has become an international sign for peace.

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Ankh

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An ancient Egyptian hieroglyph representing life, it's a cross with a loop at the top and is widely used to denote life, immortality, and the universe.

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Caduceus

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Often confused with the Rod of Asclepius, the caduceus is a symbol used in the medical field, featuring two snakes winding around a winged staff.

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Red Rose

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Universally known to symbolize love and romance, often used for Valentine's Day.

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