- Swastika - Wikipedia
The swastika (卐 or 卍, Sanskrit: [sʋɐst̪ikɐ]) is a symbol used in various Eurasian religions and cultures, as well as a few African and American cultures In the Western world, it is widely recognized as a symbol of the German Nazi Party who appropriated it for their party insignia starting in the early 20th century
- How the world loved the swastika - until Hitler stole it - BBC
In the Western world the swastika is synonymous with fascism, but it goes back thousands of years and has been used as a symbol of good fortune in almost every culture in the world As more
- History of the Swastika Its Use as a Nazi Symbol . . .
The swastika is an ancient symbol that was used in many different cultures for at least 5,000 years before Adolf Hitler made it the centerpiece of the Nazi flag Its present-day use by certain extremist groups promotes hate
- Swastika | Description Images | Britannica
swastika, equilateral cross with arms bent at right angles, all in the same rotary direction, usually clockwise The swastika as a symbol of prosperity and good fortune is widely distributed throughout the ancient and modern world
- The Swastika Symbol Origin Meaning and How Hitler stole it
When someone says the word ‘Swastika’ (卐 or 卍), what instantly comes to mind is the clockwise facing geometrical symbol of a cross with bent arms featured on the German national flag and the Nazi party For many, the Swastika is a symbol of hatred and fear
- Swastika History: Why Was A Sanskrit Symbol Used By Hitler . . .
By the early 1920s, the swastika, an ancient religious symbol, had been adopted by Adolf Hitler to represent the German Reich How did it become the symbol of the Nazi party?
- The Global Swastika: Exploring Its Ancient Roots and Diverse . . .
The swastika is a symbol that transcends time, geography, and culture, embodying a myriad of meanings and significances across the globe Its origins, deeply rooted in ancient civilizations, reveal a complex narrative of religious symbolism, cultural exchange, and historical transformation
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