Precious condiment and essential to life, salt is a symbol that can signify just as much a curse as a means of protection, ...

Easter eggs have a long and storied history. These are the early origins and symbolism of eggs throughout history as we head towards the celebration.

Carnival celebrates vibrant global traditions, blending history, resistance, and cultural expression through music, dance, ...

The Graffito of Esmet-Akhom in the temple of Philae is the last known use of hieroglyphs in ancient Egypt, but why did they stop being used?

The original meaning of the sheela-na-gig ... By contrast, some academics believe it has more pagan roots, the carvings said to have talismanic powers that bring good luck and fertility to ...

Spring equinox rituals and traditions from around the world, from a mass water fight in Thailand to sun worship at Mayan ...

It has been said that St. Patrick combined the Christian cross with the pagan sun to give the newly ... and the Celtic Cross became not only a religious symbol but an emblem of Celtic identity.

They kept going because they were not only symbols but also people who loved ... including “The Meaning of Soul.” ...