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When Symbolism Flirts: the odd relationship between Christian and Pagan symbols

by SamuelSThorp on February 6, 2018November 17, 2019

Symbols are everything. If you doubt that then think of the strength of feeling which is evooked by the American Flag — both positive and negative. Land of hope and freedom, or symbol of the armed forces occupying your land? How about the Swastika? Once a symbol of good fortune and the perpetual rise and fall of […]

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