Hinduism Sacred Symbols
All religions have sacred symbols and each symbol represents a different meaning of gods way of life. Hinduism is the oldest religion on earth and has more symbols than any other religions.
These are some of the sacred symbols of Hinduism:
Holy Cow- Considered as a very poor animal. Represents good nature, purity, motherhood and prosperity.
Lotus Flower- It represents culture and politeness.
Swastika- It is the second most important symbol and it represents luck and prosperity.
Tilak- Used at any religious ceremonies like weddings, birthdays etc.
Lamp- Always should be lit near the hindu deities. It represents light.
These are some of the sacred symbols of Hinduism:
Holy Cow- Considered as a very poor animal. Represents good nature, purity, motherhood and prosperity.
Lotus Flower- It represents culture and politeness.
Swastika- It is the second most important symbol and it represents luck and prosperity.
Tilak- Used at any religious ceremonies like weddings, birthdays etc.
Lamp- Always should be lit near the hindu deities. It represents light.
Islam Symbols
The best known symbol for Islam is the Star and the Crescent. The symbol is not muslim in orgin. The crescent and star are often said to be islamic symbols but historians say its the insignia of the Ottoman Empire.
Islam has few traditional symbols, the crescent moon and the star are not ones that are recognized by as traditional symbols by muslims.But now it has since become apart with Islam.
Islam has few traditional symbols, the crescent moon and the star are not ones that are recognized by as traditional symbols by muslims.But now it has since become apart with Islam.