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What does it mean?
Hints about Eternity can be found in ancient and modern religious symbols and philosophies.
In plain terms
Look to ancient and modern symbols for clues about Eternity.
What can you take from it?
Explore old symbols to understand big ideas.

Where it applies

  • study
  • spiritual inquiry
  • art analysis

Putting it to work

  • read religious texts
  • analyze symbols

Questions to consider

  • What do symbols hide?
  • How do they guide?

Another view

Symbols are open to many interpretations.

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