Shamrock

Sir Francis Drake

Siren (Mermaid)

Sophia

Sorcerer of Les Trois Freres

Paleolithic humans were utterly dependent on the animals they hunted. He regarded them as similar to himself, but endowed with supernatural powers. Early hunters believed that the God of the animals they hunted must be sacrificed to and honored. Such may have been the purpose of the Sorcerer figure found...

Spirit Ship

The spirit ship is a powerful symbol of Viking culture. Historically, these vessels represented the journey through life and into the afterlife, and were often used in burials. They also embody exploration, courage, and connection between worlds. The ship signifies the Viking spirit of adventure and the profound role of...

Sri Yantra

The Sri Yantra symbolizes spiritual harmony, balance, and cosmic unity. The interlocking triangles represent the union of masculine and feminine energies. In Hindu and Buddhist meditation, it guides seekers toward enlightenment and inner peace, embodying the universe’s divine structure and the journey toward self-realization and ultimate truth.

Stag

Star Spiral

This Native American mandala, featuring the number five, represents the movement of life and good health. The five symbolize balance, harmony, and natural cycles. Its intricate circular design evokes a sense of wholeness and interconnectedness with the universe. This symbol serves as a reminder of balance and harmony, both of...

Sun (Sol)

Throughout history and across cultures, the Sun has been regarded as the core of creation: the source of warmth, life, and light. While many traditions view the Sun as masculine, paired with the feminine Moon, others recognize its nurturing aspect as a maternal power. In Greek mythology, the twin gods...

Sword Dancing

This dance form is distinctive for its fast, elegant weaving figures, where dancers pass over and under the swords while remaining linked. At times, the swords are interlinked into a woven knot, known as a lock or nut, which is strong enough to be held up by one of the...

Taurus

Taurus, symbolized by the Bull, stands for stability, sensuality, and steadfast devotion. Ruled by Venus, the goddess of beauty and love, Taureans are rooted in the physical world but drawn to everything that pleases the senses—music, art, nature, and comfort. In ancient cultures, the bull was a sacred symbol of...