action. In present Islamic cultures, the hand is still
sacred and symbolizes protection, power, and strength.
HARP Similar to the World Tree or mystic ladder, the harp
is another symbol of the bridge between heaven and
earth.
HEART The ancient Egyptians believed that thoughts and
morals arose from the heart, the center of physical life
and a symbol of eternity. Thus, this symbol represents
moral judgment, and pure, true love.
HEXAGRAM OR SIX-POINTED STAR The six-pointed star is
comprised of two overlapping triangles oriented in
opposite directions, and is found around the world. It is
known as the Seal of Solomon, David's Shield, or the
Star of David (in Judaism). The hexagram represents the
combination of male and female.
HONEY To the Greek Orphists, honey was a symbol of
wisdom. In India, it symbolizes the higher self.
HORNS Originally a fertility and lunar symbol, to early
cultures horns also represented strength, power, and
prosperity. The Egyptian hieroglyph of the horn
signified elevation, prestige, and glory. The word horned
may be derived form the Assyro-Babylonian garnu of the
Phoenician words geren, gamuim, or kerenos. The horned
Apollo Karnaios resembles the horned Celtic god
Cernunnos.
HORSESHOE Originally a symbol of the Goddess, the
horseshoe represents the ending of one cycle and the
beginning of another.