What is the symbol in the picture called?
- Swastika
The Swastika is a religious and cultural symbol that is prevalent in Eurasian, African, and American cultures. It is still used as a symbol of divinity, spirituality, prosperity and fortune in Indian religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. It generally takes the form of a cross, the arms of which are of equal length and perpendicular to the adjacent arms, each bent midway at a right angle.
The swastika gained infamy when Adolf Hitler adopted it as the emblem of the Nazi Party in Germany. During World War II, it became associated with hatred, genocide, and the atrocities of the Holocaust. The swastika's misuse by the Nazis has had a lasting impact on its global perception. Post-World War II, many countries banned the public display of the swastika due to its association with the Holocaust and hate crimes. Despite its historical significance in various cultures, the symbol remains controversial and elicits strong emotions.Efforts are made to reclaim the swastika's original positive meanings and separate it from its dark history. Some argue for cultural understanding and context, emphasizing that its ancient roots should not be overshadowed by its misuse during the Nazi era.
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