Philosopher Voltaire is often seen as a symbol of the Enlightenment period due to his advocacy for reason, tolerance, and freedom of thought. His works, which criticized the superstitions and injustices of the time, embodied the ideals of the Enlightenment movement.
The name for the group pride birthed from Enlightenment reasoning is called "Enlightenment humanism" or "Enlightenment rationalism."
The Age of Reason is another name for the Enlightenment era.
Enlightenment is the state of achieving deep spiritual understanding or realization.
The main idea behind Plato's allegory of the cave is that most people live in ignorance and are only aware of a limited perspective of reality. The allegory demonstrates the journey from ignorance to enlightenment through philosophical education, symbolized by the prisoner's escape from the cave and exposure to the outside world of true knowledge and forms.
Alchemy symbolizes transformation and the quest for spiritual enlightenment. It represents the journey of self-discovery and the process of turning base materials into something valuable or higher in nature.
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Gold (This symbolized his a King), Frankincense (This symbolized he is Holy), Myrrh (This symbolized he is Immortal)
The twelve symbols of the zodiac are: Aries: symbolized by the ram (March 21-April 20) Taurus: symbolized by the bull (April 21-May 20) Gemini: symbolized by the twins (May 21-June 20) Cancer: symbolized by the crab (June 21-July 20) Leo: symbolized by the lion (July 21-August 20) Virgo: symbolized by the maiden (August 21-September 20) Libra: symbolized by the scales (September 21-October 20) Scorpio: symbolized by the scorpion (October 21-November 20) Sagittarius: symbolized by the centaur/archer (November 21-December 20) Capricorn: symbolized by the Sea-Goat (December 21- January 19) Aquarius: symbolized by the Water Bearer (January 20-February 18) Pisces: symbolized by the Fish (February 19-March 20)
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If one is a cactus, this person's characteristics include being edgy, as symbolized by thorns. This person is also beautiful, symbolized by the flower. Lastly, this person can withstand challenges as symbolized by the plant's endurance under the sun.
The three main symbols representing plate interactions are convergent boundaries (symbolized by a "V" or "+"), divergent boundaries (symbolized by a "<" or ">"), and transform boundaries (symbolized by a single line).
In Western culture, marriage is symbolized by wedding rings. It can also be symbolized by bells, hearts, and doves as well.
The Pyramid best symbolized the Egyptian concept of state and society.
Power is often symbolized by large, muscled men, or symbols associated with royalty like crowns or capes.