There are spiritual symbols from all over the world that represent light, luck, and the universe as a whole. Here are 30 spiritual symbols and their unique meanings.

"Up until the last 400 years, teaching the Bible often meant teaching illiterate people. Teachers had to use symbols instead of written words," she said.

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Titled "Unlock Revelation," the 12-part series will attempt to discover the true meaning of Revelation's mysterious symbols. The series begins on March 28 and continues until April 23.

By Nick Collins 24 March 2011 • 6:30am The symbol is among 45,437 new words and meanings added to the latest revision of the dictionary Credit: Photo: ALAMY ...

In what is believed to be a first, the Bible could be adopted as a symbol of Tennessee, after the Legislature narrowly approved a bill designating "the Holy Bible as the official state book." The ...