Where did we leave off? Oh yeah.......... Swords The sword - TopicsExpress



          

Where did we leave off? Oh yeah.......... Swords The sword symbolizes liberty and military strength. As a warriors symbol, the sword is emblematic of honor, and should incite the bearer to a just pursuit of virtue. Thus a sword was a prominent feature in heraldic crests. During the Middle Ages the sword was a symbol of the word of God, and when borne with a cross, it signifies the defense of the Christian faith. The sword, especially alongside flames, also symbolizes purification. The usual form for the sword is a long, straight blade with a cross handle, though the blade may also be stained with blood. A swordis often depicted piercing an animal or a human heart, and two swords crossed in saltire is an emblem of Saint Paul. Tomorrow daggers and knives.
Posted on: Tue, 29 Apr 2014 17:28:21 +0000

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