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Rose
or 8 pointed star
This is a symbol of Christ. It can also represent
flowers. |
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Fish
Fish are a common symbol for Christ and for Christians. |
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The
Sun
The Sun symbolizes life, warmth, love of God and
the eternal existence of God. |
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Pine
needles, periwinkle
Pine needles and periwinkle represent eternal life. |
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Triangles
and baskets
Triangles or little baskets denote the Holy Trinity.
A triangle with a circle in the center denotes the
eye of God. |
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Deer
or horses
Deer and horses denote wealth and prosperity. |
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Birds
Birds exemplify fertility and fulfillment of wishes.
Partial representations are frequently seen on pysanky.
Hen's feet emphasize protection of young. Goose
feet represent the spirit. Rooster's comb signifies
masculinity. |
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Diamonds
Diamonds indicate knowledge. |
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Flowers
Flowers express the female principle denoting wisdom,
elegance and beauty. Leaves and flowers also suggest
life and growth. |
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Grapevines
Grapevines signify the good fruits of the Christian
life. Grapes and wheat represent Holy Communion.
Grapes can also express strong loyal love. |
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Crosses
Crosses have several meanings and come in many different
shapes. They always represent some aspect of Christian
faith. Most commonly, the cross represents Christ's
suffering and has become the symbol of Christianity. |
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| Recommended
reading for symbols are Eggs
Beautiful by Luciow and Kmit, and Icon
of the Universe by Tkachuk, Kishchuk and Nicholaichuk.
Order Eggs Beautiful and Icon of the Universe from
our online store. |
