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Temple of the Jedi Order Symbol
Meaning behind the symbol of the Temple of the Jedi Order, one of many online resources for followers of Jedi religion.

Robert Fludd's Illustration of the Universe and the Soul of the World
This illustration from 1617 by Robert Fludd reflects the common earth-centric cosmology of the time and the cosmology that strongly influenced contemporary occult thought. Besides dividing the universe into three realms, this illustration also includes the concept of the World Soul, which assists in the ordering of the universe.

The Rosy Cross or Rose Cross
The Rosy Cross or Rose Cross, a complex symbol used by a variety of modern occult groups to represent a vast and complex array of meanings.

Eliphas Levi's Baphomet - The Goat of Mendes
Deciphering Eliphas Levi's Baphomet of Mendes, a popular 19th century occult image still used by a variety of occult traditions today.

Faravahar - Winged Symbol of Zoroastrianism
The history and meaning of the Faravahar symbol, incorporating a human figure emerging from within a winged disk, now associated with Zoroastrianism as well as Persian culture.

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