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Fleur de Lis
The English translation of “fleur-de-lis" is "flower of the lily." This symbol, depicting a stylized lily or lotus flower. Traditionally, it has been used to represent French royalty, and in that sense it is said to signify perfection, light, and life.Interesting Facts about Fleur de Lis* English kings starting using the fleur de lis on their coats of arms to emphasize their claims to the throne of France.* Joan of Arc carried
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Horus was an ancient sky god whose eyes were said to be the sun and the moon. An ancient myth describes a battle between Horus and another man, Set, in which Horus´ right eye was torn out and Set lost his testicles! Thoth(another man) magically restored Horus´ eye, at which point it was given the name “Wadjet”, meaning whole. In this myth it is specifically stated that it is Horus´ left eye which has
Read More →Horseshoe Superstitions
The horseshoe is one of the most recognized symbols for good luck.The way the horseshoe is hung and displayed means two things. Some believe that when the horseshoe is in upward position, like a “U”, it holds all the good luck and powers it brings. For them, hanging it upside down would mean that its powers would fall away… they take it as bad luck. However, others might believe the opposite. Like when it is in downward(upside down), they believe
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