Symbols

This is a Buddhist symbol.  The wheel shows the cycle of birth, death and reincarnation. This cross is a Christian symbol.  Jesus died on a cross on Good Friday.  The cross helps Christians remember Jesus died to save them. This is the Hindu symbol.  It is called Om or Aum. This is the word for god.   This is called The Star of David.  It is a symbol of Judaism.  Another symbol is the Menorah. The moon and star is now a symbol of Islam. Some Muslim countries have the moon on their flag.  This symbol was first used in Turkey. This is the Sikh symbol.  It is called the  Khanda.  It is a circle and two swords.  The circle means God is always there.  The sword means Sikhs believe in truth and must help  people in need.