Course 9—Lecture

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LitCourse 9
How to Read: Symbol

Symbols—conventional

Notice how flower symbolism alters with context. Symbols are fluid, not static: their meanings may change with time, situation, culture or geography.

Serpent	• wisdom in ancient cultures • sin in Judeo-Christian culture
White	• purity in Western cultures • purity in Eastern cultures
Dragon	• evil in medieval Europe • good luck in China

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