While you are proclaiming peace with your lips ... "The Advent wreath has its roots in an ancient European pagan custom, in which candles were lit during the winter months to invoke the return ...

For centuries, mistletoe has symbolised love, peace and healing ... is also famous as a symbol of good luck and prosperity. It was once seen as a magical plant in pagan traditions and used ...

“It is over 10,000 years old and it is a symbol of peace and well-being, and Diwali signifies the victory of knowledge over darkness.” It’s not unusual to see the swastika during the holy ...

The meaning of the symbol was no longer focused on victory, but peace. It was commonly used by activist groups in the US who were protesting against the war. One theory behind the worldwide ...

with the marked cross on top a symbol of Christian faith. But it hasn't always been this way. The rolls, often filled with dried fruit and spices, actually have pagan roots. Historians say they ...