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Unpacking All of the Snake Symbolism in Season 3 of 'The White Lotus'
Season three of The White Lotus has so far been defined by monkeys, incest, and the perils of female friendship, but there is ...
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The history and symbolism of Washington’s iconic cherry blossoms
The Tidal Basin, the entry point to Washington, D.C. and home to the Jefferson Memorial, is at its most colorful and vibrant this weekend. The city’s historic cherry blossoms are in full bloom. Lisa ...
The Lion Capital of Ashoka: A Statue’s Roaring Symbolism
The elegantly carved feline figures from the third century B.C., unearthed by the British in northern India, embody both ...
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Massoud Hayoun’s political paintings are seeped in symbolism and shades of blue
The painter’s surreal portraits merge past and present figures – the familiar and fantasy – to connect stories of “exile, ...
Understanding the Persian Calendar: Timing the New Year and Its Animal Symbolism
The practice of naming years after animals dates back to the Twelve-Year Animal Cycle, a tradition adopted after the Mongol invasion and influenced by the Chinese Zodiac as well. This cyclical ...
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Empuraan: Revisiting the rich symbolism, trope-subversion, and hidden contexts of 'Lucifer'
Lucifer' was a film that distinguished itself by blending realism, mythology, and intricate character dynamics into its ...
Unveiling the Characters of Emerald Hill: The Symbolism of Kebayas
In Mediacorp’s latest Chinese blockbuster, Emerald Hill, the kebayas worn by the characters serve as a vivid representation of their intricate personalities. This article delves into how the show's ...