‘8’ Ouroboros: The Serpent of Eternity
The Ouroboros, a serpent biting its own tail, is an ancient symbol found across cultures, representing cyclical processes and the eternal nature of existence. However, snake in the form of a vertical infinity or number 8 has even more profound and deep meaning.
Delving Deeper:
- Origins: Dating back to 1600 BC Egypt, the Ouroboros has been associated with the sun god Aten’s cyclical journey. It spread to Phoenician and Greek cultures, where it received its current name.
- Meanings:
- Eternity and Infinity: The ouroboros’ circular form signifies the unending nature of life, death, and rebirth.
- Unity and Oneness: It represents the interconnectedness of all things, material and spiritual, reflecting the concept of monism.
- Transformation and Alchemy: In alchemy, the Ouroboros symbolizes the pursuit of perfection and inner transformation. It embodies purification, integrating opposites, and achieving spiritual enlightenment.
- Other Interpretations: The symbol can also represent self-reflection, wholeness, cosmic balance, creation from destruction, and the serpent’s wisdom.
Cultural Impact:
The Ouroboros appears in various cultures, including:
- Norse Mythology: Jormungandr, the serpent child of Loki, encircles the world and bites its tail.
- Hinduism: The serpent encircles the world turtle, symbolizing the cyclical nature of the universe.
- Mesoamerican Cultures: The Aztec god Quetzalcoatl is sometimes depicted as a feathered serpent biting its tail.
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