All
images are contemporary renditions of the original ancient symbols
accurately re-created and re-imagined for their powerful essence by The
Spirit of Water artist
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Om
- The Mother of All Mantras is
the primordial sound by which the earth was created. The
past, present and future are all blended in this one
all-inclusive sound. When chanted, Om or Aum frees the
consciousness to remember its natural state of connection to
infinite source energy or Creation. By using this symbolic
image, the concept of infinite love and infinite creation is
conveyed beyond the limitation of words or ideas. This
symbol, when used on water re-structures the molecules of
the water to carry the same divine resonance. Also, when
used anywhere visible to others, it rediates the message to
all living beings beyond the limitations of conscious
thought.
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Gayatri
Yantra - This symbol
represents the illumined mind and far-sighted wisdom.
Representing the words and sounds of the Gayatri Mantra, one
of the most powerful Vedic affirmations, it removes the
possibility of making wrong choices in life by empowering
all truth. Calling upon Infinite Creation to enlighten all
living beings, the symbol focalizes complex and cosmic
wisdom about all earth elements, plants, trees, animals,
insects, fishes and birds, making an understanding of the
wholelife-creation available to all who view it. Using the
Gayatri Yantra in a spiritual practice has a number of
positive effects, including the ability to sharpen one's
intellect and spiritual awareness. Used on water, it carries
the harmonic resonance of the wisdom of all life. On a
larger, universal scale, the use of the Gayatri Mantra and
the sacred symbol, the Gayatri Yantra, representing those
enlightened sounds, radiates vast and powerful knowledge to
all beings.
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Spiral
- The Spiral, which is the
oldest symbol known to be used in spiritual practices,
reflects the universal pattern of growth and evolution. The
spiral represents the goddess, the womb, fertility and life
force energy. Reflected in the natural world, the Spiral is
found in human physiology, plants, minerals, animals, energy
patterns, weather, growth and death. The Spiral is a sacred
symbol that reminds us of our evolving journey in life. When
used as a personal talisman, the Spiral helps consciousness
to accept the turnings and changes of life as it evolves.
The acceptance of change is one of the greatest freedoms a
human can experience, putting consciousness in the present
moment where the power of creation is condensed. On a larger
scale, using this symbol assures all beings are reminded of
their inward and outward evolution, a balanced and centered
state of mind. On water, it carries the power to flow and
change.
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Hamsa,
Hand of Fatima - The
Hamsa or Hand of Fatima, named after the daughter of
Mohammed, is used as a protective amulate by Muslims and
Jews. Hamsa, or Hamesh, refers to the five digits. Predating
use by those religions, ancient cultures in the Middle East
used this symbol to represent the Goddess whose hand wards
off evil intent and radiates love as a downward gesture of
non-aggressive open-handedness. This is truly an early peace
symbol. In using the Hamsa, an energy of peace prevails in
all beings simply because the power of the hand radiates the
cosmic connection between the hand of action and the heart
of peace, which is a muchly needed positive force in the
world right now. Many people place the Hamsa above their
doorways, wear the symbol on chains or draw it on their
possessions. The sacred nature of this symbol is that is
sends a message of love and protection to all beings. On
water, it carries the power of peace and sends a message to
lay down arms, open hands and invite love.
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Luna
Goddess - Symbolic of
the regenerative, life-giving forces of the cosmos, Luna
Goddess represents the Moon as a keeper of wisdom and
magical power. Her hands connect above her head
creating a halo of sacred knowledge. Her belly contains the
genesis of light within the darkness of the womb. She holds
the frequency of all life honoring the Great Cosmic Mystery
in balance with the manifestation of earthly creation. Using
this symbol enhances sacred creativity within the
consciousness of the individual, and on a larger scale,
helps to maintain a sacred reverence for the darkness that
is in the process of giving birth to light. Where darkness
prevails on earth, within individuals or populations, Luna
Goddess silently resonates a remembrance and a return to
reason and balance. When using this symbol on water, the
power of the Moon's magnetic resonance influences molecules
to seek the Great Mystery and learn from Her Power.
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Wisdom
Eyes of Buddha - Through
these eyes we are reminded to look at the world with deep
compassion, balancing earth realities with higher
consciousness. The spiral at the third eye represents the
process of unfolding spiritual awakening, and is represented
by primordial energy moving into manifestation. Below the
eyes, appearing much like a nose, the reversed symbol is a
stylized Sanskrit symbol representing the numeral
"one", standing for the unity of all things on
earth. By balancing spiritual awakening with earth
challenges, one is able to develop strong compassion for
themselves and others in considering the journey all beings
take when they enter this realm of consciousness. Used on
water, compassion becomes second-nature as this harmonic
resonance passes through all molecules.
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Lotus
- This powerful and ancient
image symbolizes harmony, spiritual illumination and
unlimited potential. The lotus is a type of water lily which
rises from the sludge of muddy waters and opens into a
beautiful flower. It is often used as a mandala, or circular
symbol, but any way you use the Lotus in a spiritual
practice, it will provide a resonant field that reinforces
the concept of resurrection. Human mistakes and challenges
are the fertilizer for brilliance and awakened creation as
the Lotus shows us. Borne in the murkiest of ponds, Lotus
still emerges pure. Use the Lotus as a reminder that
"this, too, shall pass." Be assured that all
fertilizer nurtures a beautiful new life. In the greater
world, Lotus is a peaceful cosmic beacon for forgiveness,
gratitude and compassion to prevail where the sludge of
conflict has resided. Using this symbol on water invites a
balance between humility and pride.
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Yin Yang -
Taoist symbol of the interplay of
forces in the universe. This represents the unity between
all opposites – the masculline and the feminine; the
darkess and light. Yin and Yang symbolize the primal cosmic
forces. Yin is receptive, passive, cold, feminine energy.
Yang is masculine, movement, force and heat. The dark and
light represent knowledge and ignorance. In a spiritual
practice, use the Yin Yang to help maintain a balance
between opposites and instill unity personally and globally.
In seeing the opposites, it is noted that each has a little
of the other, which is often overlooked in life. Instead of
seeing absolute, learn to see an all inclusive form of
diversity. This symbol has been a universal symbol of
balanced consciousness for thousands of years and brings
inner radiance to all who view it. In using this symbol on
water, all elements will become balanced, all molecules will
pass this balance to all beings.
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Seed of
Life - This sacred
geometry is the center of the larger Flower of Life, a
sacred blueprint of all Creation. The pattern is also
repeated in the Kabalistic Tree of Life and appears in most
all early religious traditions in the Middle East. Used in
religious art, it often represents the all-seeing eyes of
God. The overlapping circles represent the omniscience of
Creation honoring the infinite connections of all life
circles, nurturing diversity. As a spiritual practice, use
the Seed of Life to hold a morphogenic field of acceptance
for all beings, all cultures, all beliefs, realizing that
all circles rotate through the center of creation, and thus
establishing the holiness of all orientations. In a larger
context, the Seed of Life resonates tolerance and infinite
source energy for all beings. Placed on water, the Seed of
LIfe will be a silent reminder of your place in the web of
creation.
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Tomoe
- (Toh-moh-ay) This symbol is
frequently seen on Buddhist and Shinto temples. Its name
means turning or circular energy, referring to the motion of
the earth. The Tomoe represents the play of forces in the
cosmos. Visually, the Tomoe is made up of interlocked flames
resembling tadpoles. These are energy patterns revolving
through space and time, ever replenished from the center of
all being. The most
common Tomoe emblem has three flames and reflects the earth,
the heavens, and humankind. To use the Tomoe in a personal
spiritual practice, is to invite infinitely accelerated
power of the cosmos to be part of your consciousness,
providing balanced and abundance support for all endeavors.
Universally, the Tomoe radiates a never-ending source of
energy from the interaction of all three forces creating
Regenerative Cosmic Consciousness as the source of all
Creation. Water becomes
vibrantly energized with this symbol.
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Triade
- The Triade, Triskele, or
Triple Spiral, is an ancient Celtic symbol related to
earthly life, the afterlife and reincarnation. it is drawn
in one continuous line, suggesting a fluid movement of time.
Triades are one of the
most common elements of Celtic art. They are found in a
variety of styles in both ancient and contemporary uses,
especially in relation to depictions of the Mother Goddess.
They also evoke the universal concept of the domains of
material existence- earth, water, and sky; body, mind and
spirit; and the eternally spiraling cycles of time. Used in
a personal spiritual practice, this symbol reinforces the
movement and interconnection between the dimensions or
realms of consciousness – ordinary reality, the
underworld, the overworld, all integral to a complete earth
experience. In larger context, the Triade radiates the
potential of complete experience and wisdom for all. In
water, the harmonic convergence of all truths bring a
quality to water that nourishes all cells with expansive
potential for greater creation.
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