Monday, August 30, 2010

symbols that have changed meaning

instantly when thinking of a symbol that has changed its meaning over time i thought of the crusifix.

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The cross as a Christian symbol or "seal" came into use at least as early as the second century and the marking of a cross upon the forehead and the chest was regarded as a talisman against the powers of demonsthe crucifix is a symbol for Jesus' resurrection on the cross. But over time the meaning of this symbol has changed...

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pagans--now use the cross as decoration or as an occult symbol...


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an upside down cross represents the opposite of it's original meaning: satanism and its mockery of Christ.

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it is also used in fashion.


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it is also seen on certain flags

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