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A Guide to Classical Symbolism


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Tune in to this listener-requested episode on Classical Symbolism, where we explore key symbols from ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt.

Grouping symbols together into broad themes, this episode covers: 

  • The Golden Fleece 

  • Poseidon’s Trident 

  • Zeus’ Eagle and Lightning Bolt 

  • The Ankh and the Was Sceptre 

  • Anubis 

  • Imagery of love: Eros and Cupid 

  • Medusa 

  • Nike 

  • The River Styx 

  • Egyptian Funerary Masks 

  • Persephone’s pomegranate 

And so many more! 

What were they, what did they represent, and where are the modern parallels? We explore these key questions throughout.

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