Decoding the most classic symbols of the ancient world

Many ancient civilizations had well-known symbols that had distinct meanings. These symbols are often used in special ceremonies and events. They also represent the religious culture of the ancient people.

Decoding the most classic symbols of the ancient world
This is the Egyptian hieroglyph that means “life”.

Ankh is one of the famous symbols of the ancient Egyptians. This is the Egyptian hieroglyph that means “life”. New Egyptian pharaohs, queens, and gods were allowed to use the Ankh symbol because it was believed to give the bearer the power to grant or take life.

Ankh is also considered the “key of life” because its shape resembles a key. According to the concept of the ancient Egyptians, the Ankh symbol could unlock the “door to hell”. The ancient Greeks also used the Ankh symbol to create the symbol of the goddess Venus.

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

Decoding the most classic symbols of the ancient world
In more than 4000 BC, the swastika appeared.

In Hindu belief, the swastika is identified with Vishnu and is associated with Shiva and the snake worship of Nagar. The swastika is also a symbol of Buddhism, containing Buddha nature. This is one of the 80 beauties of Buddha. The swastika is a symbol of eternity and immutability. Therefore, the swastika often appears on the chest or on the palms and heels of the Buddha.

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

By the early 20th century, the Aryan Swastika had become a common symbol of German nationalism. Later, Hitler used the symbol Swastika but with a completely different meaning. Specifically, Hitler used the Sawstika symbol to represent the Aryans’ mission of fighting for victory. He considered the Jews to be the enemies of the Aryans and responsible for the crises in the German economy.