The Complete Dictionary of SymbolsBy Jack Tresidder
Presents historical information and cultural definitions of signs and symbols from mythology, folklore, and religion
Running from “abandonment” to “zone” by way of “flute” and “whip,” spanning the cultures of the world, and including a wealth of visual images to further bring the reality of the symbol home, A Dictionary of Symbols, here ...
Describes the origins, history, and meaning of a variety of signs and symbols that appear in art, literature, mythology, and religion, covering more than two thousand symbols, figures, and themes and drawing from classical myth, biblical ...
The insights related to the specific symbols in this extensive guide are the keys to creativity, growth, and understanding.
An alphabetical reference with more than 1,500 entries that trace symbols to their cultural, religious, or mythological origins, and explain the hidden or encoded meaning that lies concealed beneath objects' and concepts' ordinary, outward ...
This encyclopedic guide explores the rich and varied meanings of more than 2,000 symbols—from amethyst to Zodiac.
Are some dreams actually warnings? Going beyond superficial explanations, The Dream Interpretation Dictionary: Symbols, Signs and Meanings brings a deep and rich understanding to a variety of images, signs, and symbols.
Finite Automata; Behavior and Synthesis
LADDER Gnomon A gnomon is any vertical object — pillar, post, standing stone — the purpose of which is to tell time ... Mohammed and Buddha also climbed to celestial regions by heaven-ascending ladders.1 To climb to heaven and return by ...
And what is the full story behind that staring eye on top of the pyramid on our American dollar bill? This comprehensive guide to signs and symbols explains.