Ancient pagan and modern Christian symbolism. With an essay on Baal worship, on the Assyrian sacred "grove" and other allied symbols by John Newton (1875)
Inman, Thomas, 1820-1876, Newton, John, M.R.C.S.E · New York J.W. Bouton · leaf 149
Figure 108. … Figaro 109. 73 yoni, which amongst the Indians are regarded as holyemblems, much in the same way as a crucifix is esteemed bycertain modern Christians. In worship, ghee, or oil, orwater, is poured over the pillar, and allowed to run off by thespout. Sometimes the pillar is adorned by a necklace,…
Symbolism · Christian art and symbolism
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