Prominent in
| Tradition | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Biblical | Noah’s dove returned with an olive branch = God’s peace after judgment (Gen 8:11) |
| Christian | The Holy Spirit descended “like a dove” at Jesus’ baptism (Matt 3:16). Primary symbol of the Spirit |
| Catholic | Appears in Trinity iconography; confirmation imagery; papal symbolism |
| Jewish | Yonah (dove) = peace, purity, Israel itself. “My dove, my perfect one” (Song of Songs 6:9) |
| Masonic | Used in some degrees as a symbol of peace and innocence |
| Esoteric | The descent of spirit into matter; the anima (soul) |
The All-Seeing Eye 
The Rainbow 
The Skull 
The Anchor 
The Hanukkiah vs. Menorah