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Signs, Symbols, Meaning, &

Interpretation

Signs, Ciphers & Symbols

Sign and symbol are important concepts to understand in discussing literature. Even
experts define and use them in different ways. I will provide you with some
definitions that we can use in this class.

A sign is anything that stands for something else. A sign represents something—an
idea, an experience, a feeling, an object, etc. Words as ordinarily used are signs in this
sense. The object referred to by a sign does not need to be present for the meaning of
the sign to be understood. Context helps define the specific meaning of a sign.
(Dictionaries list only general meanings). The word tree generally stands for a large
class of plants; if I say, "Look at that tree," I am designating a specific meaning for the
word.

As I have defined it, a sign has literal meaning; that is, its meaning is simple and
straightforward, a matter of conventional agreement among people who use that
particular sign.

A symbol has complex meaning; it has not only "literal" meaning, but also additional
meaning(s) beyond the literal. Sometimes the literal meaning of a symbol is absurd,
so that the symbolic meaning over-rides and cancels out the literal meaning. A symbol
may have more than one meaning. In fact, the most significant symbols do convey an
indefinite range of meanings.

Symbols with fairly fixed meanings can be used as ciphers; that is, the symbols can be
arranged to encode a meaning that only someone who understands the cipher system
can decode. (Symbols used in this way are not really signs because the literal meaning
is not intended; the reader is supposed to decipher the symbolic meaning). In using
symbols in this manner, the author has a clear "story" (set of ideas) already in mind;
the author simply transposes that pre-existing story item by item into a symbolic
system, matching each element in the story with an appropriate cipher. The reader
then decodes the cipher by transposing back into the original meaning.

A symbol is different from a metaphor in that a symbol is used more consistently and
widely than a metaphor. Also, a metaphor is a statement (even if implied), whereas a
symbol need not be a statement. The common element in symbols and metaphors is
that the literal, conventional meaning is exceeded or negated by a nonliteral meaning.

Symbols may have very narrow or quite wide ranges of meaning. The range may be
limited to an individual, or perhaps to a small group. People other than the individual
or group will not understand that meaning of the symbol. A symbol's range may be
cultural, meaning that it is known by members of cultural groups: ethnic groups,
religious groups, national groups, and so on.

Archetypes include more than symbols—they also include character types, basic plots
(cf. the Monomyth), scenes, and so on. Essentially, archetypes are universally
meaningful, nonliteral elements in the arts and culture.

Conclusion

Definitions of Symbol
n.

1. A visible sign or representation of an idea; anything which suggests an idea or

quality, or another thing, as by resemblance or by convention; an emblem; a
representation; a type; a figure; as, the lion is the symbol of courage; the lamb
is the symbol of meekness or patience.
2. (Math.) Any character used to represent a quantity, an operation, a relation, or
an abbreviation.
3. (Theol.) An abstract or compendium of faith or doctrine; a creed, or a
summary of the articles of religion.
4. That which is thrown into a common fund; hence, an appointed or accustomed
duty.
5. Share; allotment.
6. (Chem.) An abbreviation standing for the name of an element and consisting
of the initial letter of the Latin or New Latin name, or sometimes of the initial
letter with a following one; as, C for carbon, Na for sodium (Natrium), Fe for
iron (Ferrum), Sn for tin (Stannum), Sb for antimony (Stibium), etc. See the
list of names and symbols under Element.

In crystallography, the symbol of a plane is the numerical expression which defines its
position relatively to the assumed axes.

In pure and organic chemistry there are symbols not only for the elements, but also for
their grouping in formulas, radicals, or residues, as evidenced by their composition,
reactions, synthesis, etc. See the diagram of Benzene nucleus, under Benzene.
v. t.

sign on the Web:

• a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that
something has happened); "he showed signs of strain"; "they ...
• a public display of a (usually written) message; "he posted signs in all the shop windows"
• signal: any communication that encodes a message; "signals from the boat suddenly stopped"
• signboard: structure displaying a board on which advertisements can be posted; "the highway
was lined with signboards"
• mark with one's signature; write one's name (on); "She signed the letter and sent it off";
"Please sign here"
 • approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation; "All parties ratified the peace treaty";
"Have you signed your contract yet?"
• sign of the zodiac: (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided
• (medicine) any objective evidence of the presence of a disorder or disease; "there were no
signs of asphyxiation"
• be engaged by a written agreement; "He signed to play the casino on Dec. 18"; "The soprano
signed to sing the new opera"
• polarity: having an indicated pole (as the distinction between positive and negative electric
charges); "he got the polarity of the battery reversed"; "charges of opposite sign"
• engage by written agreement; "They signed two new pitchers for the next season"
• augury: an event that is experienced as indicating important things to come; "he hoped it was
an augury"; "it was a sign from God"
• communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs; "He signed his disapproval with a
dismissive hand gesture"; "The diner signaled the waiters to bring the menu"
• a gesture that is part of a sign language
• place signs, as along a road; "sign an intersection"; "This road has been signed"
• a fundamental linguistic unit linking a signifier to that which is signified; "The bond between
the signifier and the signified is arbitrary"--de Saussure
• communicate in sign language; "I don't know how to sign, so I could not communicate with
my deaf cousin"
• a character indicating a relation between quantities; "don't forget the minus sign"
• bless: make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection;
consecrate

Symbols

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Antimony-The metal antimony

Arsenic was widely used by early
symbolizes the animal nature or wild
alchemists and was also sometimes
spirit of man and nature, and it was
represented by the image of a swan.
often symbolized by the wolf.

Bismuth-Although mentioned in
Copper is one of the seven metals of
alchemical texts it is uncertain what
alchemy (gold, silver, mercury,
role Bismuth played in alchemical
copper, lead, iron & tin).
processes.

Gold is one of the seven metals of
alchemy (gold, silver, mercury,
copper, lead, iron & tin). For the
alchemist, it represented the
perfection of all matter on any level,
Iron is one of the seven metals of
alchemy (gold, silver, mercury,
copper, lead, iron & tin). The symbol
for iron could also be used to
represent the planet Mars in
including that of the mind, spirit, and
astrology.
soul. The symbol for gold could also
be used to represent the sun in
astrology.

Lead is the first and oldest of the

Magnesium- Alchemists used
seven metals of alchemy (gold, silver,
'Magnesia alba' (literally "white
mercury, copper, lead, iron & tin). The
magnesia") which was magnesium
symbol for lead was also used to
carbonate (MgCO3), also known as
represent the planet Saturn in
'mild magnesian earth.'
astrology.

Mercury, called quicksilver by the

ancients was used to make red
mercuric oxide by heating the
element in a solution of nitric acid.
The reaction of quicksilver in nitric
acid is striking as a thick red vapor
hovers over the surface and bright
red crystals precipitate to the bottom. Phosphorus-Alchemists often used
Alchemists were convinced that light as a symbol of the spirit,
mercury transcended both the solid therefore they were especially
and liquid states, both earth and interested in light that seemed to be
heaven, both life and death. trapped in matter such as
Mercury is one of the seven metals of phosphorus.
alchemy (gold, silver, mercury,
copper, lead, iron & tin). The symbol
for mercury could also be used to
represent the planet of the same
name in astrology. The metal is often
also represented by a serpent or
snake.

Platiunum-Alchemists believed
Potash (potassium carbonate) was
platinum to be an amalgamation of
widely used in alchemical processes.
gold and silver.

Silver is one of the seven metals of

Sulfur is one of the three heavenly
alchemy (gold, silver, mercury,
substances (sulfur, mercury & salt). It
copper, lead, iron & tin). The symbol
was widely used in alchemical
for silver is also associated wth the
pratice.
moon in astrology.

Tin is one of the seven metals of

alchemy (gold, silver, mercury,
Zinc-Philosophers' wool, or nix alba
copper, lead, iron & tin). The symbol
(white snow) was zinc oxide made by
for tin could also be used to
burning zinc in air.
represent the planet Jupiter in
astrology.
Four Leaf Clover-is a renown symbol
that means good luck to the person Horseshoe-The horseshoe is
who finds one. What do the leaves considered very lucky and used to be
symbolize? hung in many homes to protect and
One leaf is for FAITH...The second for attract good fortune for the family
HOPE... The third for LOVE... And the residing inside. Horseshoes were also
fourth for LUCK! In Irish tradition the considered lucky because they were
Shamrock or Three-leaf Clover made by blacksmiths, which is also
represents the Holy Trinity: one leaf considered a very lucky trade.
for the Father, one for the Son and Because they worked with elemental
one for the Holy Spirit. When a fire and magical iron, they were
Shamrock is found with the fourth thought to have special powers.
leaf, it represents God's Grace.
Lucky Rabbit's foot- Rabbits and
hares were considered very lucky
animals as they were associated with
spring and the return of flowers and
other plants. Spring was also a time of
fertility and so rabbits were
Lucky Penny-Lots of superstitions
considered good luck to be seen
center around money. Almost all
running through the fields. To see a
forms of currency have at least one
rabbit running through your yard
superstition associated with them.
meant that it would be a good year to
The most common superstition heard
have children or that your garden
today, with respect to the penny, is the
would be especially fertile this year.
rhyming verse: "Find a penny, pick it
up, and all day long you'll have good
The manner in which rabbits run gave
luck."
birth to the superstition about rabbit's
feet. Apparently their unusual stride
makes the back feet touch the ground
ahead of their front feet and so the
back feet were considered especially
lucky.
Wishbones have become a common
Fu - Blessing, Good Fortune, Good
tradition at Thanksgiving, Christmas
Luck
and Easter dinners. The general rule
Fu is one of the most popular Chinese
is that the wishbone is saved from the
characters used in Chinese New Year.
turkey or chicken dinner and dried
It is often posted upside down on the
overnight. The next day, two people
front door of a house or an apartment.
snap it while making a wish. Each
The upside down fu means good luck
person uses their pinky finger to pull
came since the character for upsite
on an end. After the bone has broken,
down in Chinese sounds the same as
the one with the larger bit is granted
the character for came.
their wish.
Lu - Prosperity Shou - Longevity
It used to mean official's salary in Shou also means life, age or birthday.
feudal China. Fengshui is believed to
be the Chinese way to health, wealth
and happiness. If you are interested in
Fengshui, you may check out the
book 'The Feng Shui Kit.'
Cai - wealth, money
Chinese often say money can make a Ji - lucky, auspicious, propitious
ghost turn a millstone. It is to say Hope all is well.
money really can do a lot of things.

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The Bear-An ancient Heraldic symbol

which signifies Strength. The Bull- Symbolized strenght in
Egypt and other countries.

Japanese Kanji Symbol for

Tabono - the 'paddles'. Ancient African Strength
Symbol- Symbol represents strength
and perseverence.
Celtic Boar symbol for Strength
Chinese Symbol for Strength

Peace Symbols
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Modern Day Peace Symbol Dove Peace Symbol

Ancient Asian Peace Symbol

Hand Peace Symbol

Chinese Peace Symbol

Rainbow Ribbon Peace Symbol
Hebrew Peace Symbol Islamic Peace Symbol

Peace Symbol
Olive Branch Peace Symbol

Religious Symbols

Bahai Symbol Christianity Cross Symbol

Buddhism Symbol Shinto Symbol

Egyptian Ankh Religious Symbol
Sikhism Symbol

Jewish Religious Symbol

Islamic Religious Symbol

Upright Pentacle- Upright pentacles

and pentagrams are among the most
widely used religious symbols. They
have been used in many eras and by
many cultures and religions of the
world: by ancient Pagans, ancient
Israelites, Christians, magicians,
Wiccans and others.