There is hopeful symbolism in the fact that flags do not wave in a vacuum.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Flags require air to wave, symbolizing that life and activity need an atmosphere or medium to exist.
- In plain terms
- Flags need air to move, showing life needs a medium to thrive.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize that activity often depends on unseen supporting conditions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What else depends on invisible conditions?
- How do you see symbolism in nature?
Another view
The symbolism relies on a specific physical fact that may not apply broadly.
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