Symbolism
Task 1
Symbolism
Definition
An action, image, object or picture that is used to represent something else.
On your GoogleDoc type in what you think Symbolism means.
Task 2
Draw at least five different symbols that you see everyday.
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Write down next to the symbol its' meaning.
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If you would like some inspiration reveal some symbols in the circles around this task.
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OPTIONAL CHALLENGE: Why is it easy to understand what the symbol means?
Religious Symbols
In religion symbols are used as a form of language.
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Symbols help communicate a complicated idea, e.g. belief in God.
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Symbols can help build a sense of identity and community.
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Symbols are also used to cause an emotional (emotive) response and to remind people of important events.
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They can be used and interpreted differently.
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To understand other people, you need to understand the symbols they use.
Task 3
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In you GoogleDoc write down the following:
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Which religion do you think this symbol is originally from?
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What do you think the symbol means?
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Answer
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Sikhism: The Khanda
Two swords show Sikhs fight for hat is right.
Circle shows God has no end or beginning.
Khanda sword represents the power of God.
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Wicca: Pentagram
In Wicca it is a symbol of the believers' faith and belief.
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It represents the five Elements: Earth, Air, Water, Fire and Spirit.
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Temple of Poseiden: Trident
Used in the Ancient Temple of Poseidon to worship the old God, Poseidon, God of the Sea.
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He was prayed to for fresh water and calm seas.
Task 4
Religious tattoos are often found throughout religious and non-religious cultures. For example, the Maoris in New Zealand (pictures around this text).
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Whilst watching the following video write down two to four bullet points detailing what the tattoos tell you about his life.
Religious Tattoos
Religious tattoos are often not just for the strongly theist (religious) anymore. Even celebrities have religious tattoos as a way of expressing their beliefs and feelings.
Reflection
Think of an idea, belief or feeling that you can find hard to explain.
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Design a symbol to help illustrate your idea, belief or feeling.
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Beside your symbol include an explanation for the meaning behind your symbol.
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If you are looking for inspiration I have pictures from last year saved on my Instagram Highlights.
It does not have to be religious.
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It can be words.
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It can be abstract pictures or colour.
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It could be in black and white.
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If there is already an image out there that represents this idea/belief/feeling of course you can use that image.
Tips