Much of our modern world is full of symbolism. From the images found on magazine covers to corporate logos and beyond, there is no limit to the amount of images we are exposed to. Most people never give much thought to what the true symbol messaging is behind an image and what it reveals about various industrial, political, or religious groups and/or corporations. There are so many modern-day examples of symbol messaging that go unnoticed it is hard to pick just one. However, I believe there is one that stands out above all the rest, the Swastika. A friend of mine shared a dream with me this past week, it was full of symbolism, but the part that stood out to me the most was a spinning backwards or inverted Swastika. What the heck does a spinning inverted Swastika mean, and what relevance does it have on my life, as the dream was about me? So down the rabbit holes I go, with Google searches and the meaning behind inverted Swastikas. I have known for some time that the Swastika was a symbol of peace, but more importantly, it symbolizes prosperity in many countries to this very day. As I scour the internet for the best results and purest meaning of the allusive Nazi symbol, I could not help but get into my conspiratorial (sorry, inquisitive) mind. What happened to our understanding of this symbol and who is telling the truth, history makers or fakers? Who is casting spells and attaching a negative condemnation to something that was once considered beautifully positive? YES, the Nazi symbol was something pure, not pure evil. I have written this before, we need to stop accepting the spells that have been imposed on images. Spells are being cast at an alarming rate, through magazines, commercials, social media, mainstream media, and so on. You may be asking yourself, "What the hell are you talking about?" This is how a spell is cast. Someone or something makes you believe that something is evil, by telling you that this is a symbol of evil -Do you get it? If you accept that what you are being told is true, you have now given power to the words, you are spellbound. Not all spells are evil, as many spells are designed to enhance your life in some way. What spells are we accepting to be true, or allowing to resonate within our mind, body, and soul? In the case of the Swastika, it was held in high praise as a symbol of prosperity throughout history. The symbol can be found on ancient Sumerian cuneiforms and Egyptian hieroglyphics. In many countries throughout the world, it is still seen as a symbol of prosperity and peace. These countries have not accepted the spells that have been cast on the symbol. I could not help but wonder if Hitler was also using this symbol as a way to bring prosperity and peace to his country, as the League of Nations had decimated the country that he was leading. It is a known fact that Germany was being stripped of its dignity on the world stage throughout the 1920's, due to the greatest money laundering scheme in the history of humankind. This blog is not to stir up or trigger anybody in any way, but to try to shed light on a misappropriated symbol. I am in no way defending Nazi Germany in any way, but furthermore, I am not defending the money system that drove so many people into a chaotic state to fight and defend an ideology. Killing is wrong, Period. I am now going back to the Bible, where much of my ideas and understanding come from. We are not to make for ourselves idols. This is the ongoing theme throughout the bible, especially in the Old Testament. From before the Golden Calf to the image of Jesus hanging on the cross in many modern-day churches, we are being conditioned to bow down to something. I have been guilty throughout the years of bowing down to the symbolism, the idols, and the spells that have been cast onto images. I know that I am not alone in this. One of my favorite biblical characters was Daniel, as he refused to bow down to any idol. He was willing to die before accepting the demands of the king. He proved to the kings of the day that there was no power in their idols or statues that the people were being commanded to bow down to and worship. His obedience and commitment to follow the Most High God, the giver and taker of life, gave him life and protection from the bullies of his day. I marvel at his steadfast commitment to God and his example of obedience. It is so subtle. So many people don't even realize that we are accepting spells or involved in idol worship. I am learning to refuse any spells that come my way, and if it is not honoring God I am learning to remove myself from any perceived idol worship. A personal example, I used to wear a St. Christopher pendant around my neck, it symbolized "safe journeys" or "peaceful journeys". I never gave it power by rubbing it or praying to it, but I wore it, and it gave onlookers who understood the symbol an immediate judgment. The judgment may have been good or bad due to their understanding of the pendant. I decided to not wear any jewelry or symbols on my clothing and/or body. I don't want to be automatically judged due to symbolism, I do however want to make lasting and loving impressions from the heart. In closing, remember, we are the ones who accept the spells. We alone give power to the symbolism. You, and only you, have the power to accept something as evil. While going through your days this week, be amazed at the beauty of life. Marvel at all of God's creation and creative individuals who are all part of the whole experience. Love from the heart, cast spells for unity from the mind, and choose to use your body as a symbol for change, be the light. By one of God's vessels William John
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