By: Lynn Porter | 2011-06-17 | Collecting Chinese dragon statues have been associated with the Orient more so than any other figurines or statues. Although mostly thought of as fire-breathing, they can also be depicted breathing ice or poison. For this reason, the dragon is considered a creator and a destroyer. Dragon figurines have different meanings depending on their origin. The Chinese dragon is associated with goodwill or kindness. read more
By: Hernan wu Baxter | 2011-03-31 | Health & Fitness "Addiction" is a word that has had problems holding onto its genuine meaning because it''s been said too often. We may merely like and seek out comical films or potato chips, but we habitually say we'... read more
By: saharaangelica | 2011-03-31 | Weight Loss "Addiction" is a word that has had problems holding onto its genuine meaning because it''s been used too often. Individuals have thought that any craving, for anything from a much loved movie genre to... read more
By: Tim Lazaro | 2010-03-26 | Reference & Education The ancient Celts lived for war. Both men and women were equal to the challenges of war and depicted a race that was both strong physically and brave in spirit and heart. They considered war the ultimate honor and did not go into battle without first adorning their bodies. The Latin word for Picts is "painted ones". They adopted war tactics by painting their entire bodies and hair in blue Woad. Many of their tattoos depicted symbolic images such as animals or things found in nature and to which they attributed meaning. These paintings were meant to instill fear in their enemies. Perhaps more important is that these paintings were used to encapsulate the essence of their symbolic... read more
By: Jeralyn Camajalan | 2012-03-26 | Spirituality Religions in our world are divided by individual beliefs, principles and symbols. Jewish has some differences compared to others. There are Jewish symbols that are distinctive from the rest of the religions but are completely accepted by all the international Jewish communities. read more
By: Jan Durrant | 2010-11-10 | Article Marketing Musical symbols are a language in themselves. It is very much like learning to speak and read a foreign language because each musical symbols and music definitions each stand for a very specific musical meaning. Taking the time to carefully read through the short music dictionary in this article will prepare you for music training on any instrument, including the human voice! read more
By: Keith A. Paul | 2010-03-27 | Spirituality Understanding the Pictorial Images of God. You have experienced dreams, visions and had prophecy spoken over you life. Some of it may have been very clear while other elements were full of mystery. The prophetic language of God can take many forms and be expressed in various images. God is now revealing the meaning of His pictorial language so that His people can understand what He is releasing through the prophetic realm. read more
By: Rene Thompson | 2011-03-07 | Travel & Leisure When you hear the word tiki or see a tiki symbol, what does it make you think of. Does your mind bring up images of island chants and rituals or foreboding looking statues. There are actually quite a few different ideas behind the Tiki, some of which are related and others which come from widely ranging origins... read more
By: Sebastian Williams | 2010-04-02 | Tattoos Are you considering getting a Leo tattoo symbol? Read this article first and learn what exactly the different symbols mean and where to get great ideas and designs. read more
By: Tim Lazaro | 2010-03-31 | Reference & Education The Scottish Celtic people are also known as Pict's, the word Pict having its roots in Latin. They lived in Northern Britain at that time and the Romans described them as being covered in pictures of animals and other figures. The Pictish people were so notoriously difficult to conquer that Hadrian, a Roman Emperor of the time, built a stone wall across Britain to keep them out of the South, effectively ceding them the North which we know today as Scotland. read more
By: Paul Ingzioklw | 2010-07-30 | Reference & Education Sometimes tarot may cause you troubles due to much symbolism in it. This article will help you understand what each symbol means. read more
By: Gianni Truvianni | 2011-03-05 | Non fiction An article about two interesting true stories of how in one language one word can mean one thing while in another (or sometimes even in the same) something completely different. read more
By: Tim Lazaro | 2010-03-29 | Humanities The most universal Celtic symbol for the sun is called the Sun Cross. This symbol comprises a simple cross inside a circle and has been found amongst artifacts dating back to prehistoric Europe during the Bronze Age. It is particularly attributed to the ancient Celts, in particular the Druids and paganism. The Sun cross is a simple representation of the polarities of the western world and stood for the sun and the tree of life. read more