Month: February 2024
A Brief Introduction to Symbols and Meaning
One of the more remarkable achievements in the evolution of humankind is how we learned to communicate through symbols. We convey messages others understand through language, images, and gestures. The term symbol originates from the Greek word symbolon, meaning token or sign. Symbols represent, stand in for, or suggest something else, such as an idea or… Read more
Queen’s Beekeeper
When I think of symbols and symbolism, I am reminded of how the fabric of our lives is stitched together by the culture we share –– our words and images, music, art, fashion, food, and faith. Language engages the symbolic systems of knowing and being that provide a context for living. Words, images, and ideas… Read more