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? asked in Education & ReferenceHomework Help · 9 years ago

What is the importance of symbols and icons in different religions?

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  • Robin
    Lv 7
    9 years ago
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    Symbols can be like badges... they help us identify each other, those who belong and are part of this group.

    Symbols can remind us and represent important things and be used in worship and devotion, a focus.

    For some religions actual pictures or representations are simply not allowed so symbols serve in their place

    Some symbols are reminders and artifacts that link modern religions with ancient traditions, giving continuity and legitimacy.

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