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Dictionary of
Symbols - S |
Dictionary of
Symbols Meaning |
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Salmon |
The Salmon is a
symbol of courage and perseverance due to its determination
to swim back upstream in order to return to its place of
birth and breed. The salmon is also associated with death
and rebirth |
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Saturn |
The planet
Saturn is symbolic of order and responsibility. Saturn rules
the zodiac signs of Aquarius and Capricorn and is associated
with the skin and the skeleton |
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Scales |
The scales is a symbol
which stands for legal proceedings |
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Sceptre |
This is a
fortunate sign of distinction and honour |
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Scissors |
An unlucky sign
of friction between friends; disputing and disagreeableness
with married couples; quarrels between lovers; trouble in
business |
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Scorpion |
The Scorpion is
symbolic of of evil, destruction and death. It is also
commonly associated with hatred and envy. The ancient
Egyptians however worshipped the goddess Selket who appeared
in the form of a scorpion |
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Seagull |
A sign of
storms; if flying, the seagull is thought to symbolise news
coming from abroad |
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Seal of Solomon |
The seal of
Solomon is an alchemical symbol and considered one of the
most magical symbols of all time. It contains the alchemical
symbols for fire and water and is symbolic of the union of
the four elements which are Fire, Water, Air and Earth |
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Seahorse |
The seahorse is
a symbol of courage and bravery at sea |
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Sea Urchin |
The Sea Urchin
is seen as a symbol of the world. It is believed that the
sea urchin can tell when a storm is approaching as it
anchors itself to a rock. It is however also symbolic of a
weak creature as it is blind and defenceless |
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Seaweed |
This denotes a
joy in the past of which only the memory remains |
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Shamrock |
A sign of good
luck. It is the national emblem of Ireland and its three
leaves are said to symbolise the Christian holy trinity, god
the father, son and holy spirit |
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Shark |
An ominous sign
of death |
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Sleigh |
The sleigh is
symbolic of a spell of cold
weather; an interesting event or piece of news to be
expected in the winter and also commonly associated with
Santa Claus |
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Slug |
The slug is
symbolic of petty
annoyances as well as impending bad weather |
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Snail |
This is a sign
of infidelity; several snails, that mischief is going on
around you of which you are unaware. Some cultures consider
the snail to be symbolic of birth and rebirth while other
cultures consider the actions of the snail who goes in and
out of its shell to be symbolic of the phases of the
changing moon |
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Snake |
This is an
unpleasant sign of treachery, disloyalty, and hidden danger,
sometimes caused by those whom you least suspect; if its
head is raised, injury by the malice of a man is predicted;
it is also an indication of misfortune and illness |
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Snipe |
This bird
signifies the discovery of a useful fact; if flying, hasty
news of a great friend |
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Snow |
Melting snow is
thought to be a symbol of a heart softening, falling in love |
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Snowdrops/Snowflake |
These are a
symbol of youth and innocence; this sign may point to some
event affecting you and yours. The snowflake is symbolic of
truth and is also symbolic of uniqueness as each snowflake
itself is unique |
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Solomon's Seal |
This plant is a
symbol of understanding, devotion, and coming joy |
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Spider |
The spider has
several meanings. You may expect
to receive an inheritance; with other signs, that you will
be triumphant in disputed will or money settlement; several
spiders foretell profitable transactions, sometimes a
heritage of much wealth. In Chinese culture, a spider
descending from its web is symbolic of good fortune, the
spider moving downwards symbolises good fortune coming down
from heaven |
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Spur |
This symbol
foretells that as the result of endurance and honest labour
you will attain to honour |
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Squirrel |
This is a sign
of contentment and cheerfulness; although you may never be
rich you will be loved by those around you and, on the
whole, will lead a happy life |
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Stocks |
These sweet
scented flowers foreshow an unexpected happiness with
someone whom you have not seen for a long while |
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Stork |
In summer, this
bird tells you to beware of robbery or fraud; in winter,
prepare for bad weather and a great misfortune; a stork
flying predicts that whilst you hesitate in coming to a
decision, a profitable chance is lost, the news of which
will speedily reach you |
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Stove |
This symbol
calls attention to the fact that trials and tribulations
await you |
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Sun |
This promises
happiness, health, success in love, prosperity, and the
beneficial discovery of secrets. It is symbolic of creation
and fathers and also rules the zodiac sign of Leo and is
associated with the heart |
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Sunflower |
This flower
proclaims learning and a satisfactory conclusion in matters
which are most interesting to you; it also implies that you
may reasonably expect a scheme to work out greatly to your
advantage |
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Swallow
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A journey with a
happy result; if flying, joyful tidings from someone you
love; if several swallows are flying, they indicate a
journey to a warm climate under very pleasant conditions |
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Swan |
This bird is
significant of tribulation, troublesome conditions in the
home, and sometimes of separation from those whom you love |
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Swastika |
The Swastika is
the emblem of the Hindu god Vishnu and is symbolic of the
wheel of birth and rebirth. In India, the swastika is often
worn as a jewellry item and is considered symbolic of well
being |
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Sweet William |
This flower
signifies that happiness in the past has tinged your future
with sadness |
