Angelic motifs in liturgical vestments—such as wings and harps—offer rich spiritual symbolism rooted in Christian tradition, ...

Traditional and familiar symbols, their origins, meaning and history -- Part IV : Individual and collective expression : instinctive, creative and imaginative symbolism.

We encounter symbols constantly—in road signs, packaging, technology, clothing, and even gestures. While many seem obvious at first glance, some carry hidden meanings rooted in history, religion, ...

The evolution of the term "barbarian" in ancient Greek thought—from cultural outsider to a symbol of uncivilized otherness—is ...

As CBC searches for B.C.'s best symbol, experts weigh in on how symbols endure over time and their complex histories.

From Colette to Camille, romantic French baby names are rising in popularity for their elegance, meaning, and timeless charm.

After baffling scholars for over a century, Cambridge researchers have reinterpreted the long-lost Song of Wade, revealing it ...

Names like Margot, Eloise, Camille, and Colette are undeniably having a moment. These names often carry a lyrical softness ...

Karl Lagerfeld, the legendary Chanel creative director and noted bibliophile, ended up with a personal library containing some 300,000 books. He also rather famously stacked them horizontally on his ...

Childhood attachment can lay the foundation for how one experiences adult life. Lack of safety in the home can create ...

The revival of Mithila art has a curious history. It was mainly due to the work of colonial art historians that the artistic style drew the attention of the world. However, the historiography of the ...

A medieval literary puzzle which has stumped scholars, including M.R. James for 130 years has finally been solved. Cambridge ...