Posted by Christine L on 29th Jul 2015
In the dictionary, Peace is defined as freedom from disturbance; quiet and tranquility.Have you ever wondered where the Peace symbol originates from? In 1958, British artist Gerald Holtom drew a circle with three lines inside, intending the design to be a symbol for the Direct Action Committee Against Nuclear War (DAC). The design is a circle with the lines within it representing the simplified positions of two letters, "N" and "D"… Read more
Posted by Christine L on 14th Jul 2015
The lotus flower is a flower seen for many years in many cultures, with different representations.Nelumbo Nucifera is the Indian Lotus, also known as the sacred lotus. It is one of the two species of aquatic plant in the family Nelumbonaceae.Nelumbium Nelumbo is the Chinese Lotus, which has pink flowers, but can also be white, rose, or both.Nelumbium Luteum is the American Lotus, which is small and pale.In Buddhism, the lotus represents purity of… Read more
Posted by MA on 25th Jul 2014
OM ‘Om’ is a
mantra and a mystical Sanskrit sound from the Hindu origins. The syllable ‘Om’
is described as a ubiquitous mystical entity in Hindu culture. Today, in Hindu communities
all over the world, the ‘Om’ symbol is a common sign displayed everywhere –
reflecting its dense philosophies and theologies. The meaning of the ‘Om’
symbol can be described in many ways. Some talk about the sound and what it
reflects, and ot… Read more
