The Ouroboros: Ancient Symbols

Many symbols have been raised in history. Many of them are unknown to be symbols, like pyramids or spires, because they are made into buildings. Other symbols are known because of multiple reasons. Stars and crosses are symbols that are common because of religion. Then there are designs that go on blankets and in window designs. Each symbol has a historical aspect. "The Ouroboros is an ancient symbol that can be found across continents in various ancient cultures." It is usually a dragon, a snake or sometimes a worm that is coiled into a circle in order to eat its own tail. From the Vikings to the Celts, ancient European cultures engraved this symbol into the sides of graves, monuments, pottery, shields, and more. The Ouroboros was also prominent in Ancient Egypt. To the Egyptians, it is believed the Ouroboros represented eternity and the idea that the Universe recreates itself after destruction. One ancient symbol that can be seen in nature is the spiral. "The spiral symbolizes growth and expansion. It can also symbolize the never ending cycle of the soul, winding its way along an eternal path." To the Ancient Celts, the spiral was used in architecture, on jewelry, on clothing and much more. The Celts tended to …show more content…
Most of us look at someone directly in the eye when talking.The Eye of Horus was seen in ancient times in Ancient Egypt. It has also been called the Eye of Ra and Wadjet. "This symbol was a very protective one, often used to ward off evil or what was known as the evil eye". The Hamsa is a symbol that has been used by various cultures throughout the Middle East. The symbol is seen as a hand most often with an eye in the middle of the palm. the symbol Iso is also known as the hand of providence. This symbol is a more modern symbol compared to the previous ancient symbols. It can be seen on the back of the United States dollar bill, a triangle engulfing an eye and surrounded by beams of