The Lost Language of Symbolism

The Lost Language of Symbolism is a book written by Harold Bayley that delves into the meanings and significance of symbols throughout history. The author explores how symbols have been used in various cultures and religions, from ancient Egypt and Greece to Christianity and Freemasonry. Bayley argues that symbols have a profound impact on human consciousness and can reveal hidden truths about the world and ourselves. He also discusses how the meanings of symbols have been lost or distorted over time, and how they can be rediscovered and reinterpreted. The book includes numerous illustrations and examples of symbols, as well as historical and cultural context to help readers understand their significance. Overall, The Lost Language of Symbolism is a fascinating exploration of the power of symbols and their enduring importance in human culture.1912. Contains both original volumes in one. This work contains an inquiry into the origin of certain letters, words, names, fairy tales, folklore and mythologies. In these studies, Mr. Bayley has taken all symbolism to be his province, but the subjects illustrated are previously uninterpreted printers' marks and paper marks. Most of these signs have entirely lost their primitive significance, and are now used purely for commercial purposes; but there was a time when they were not only trade signs, but were also hieroglyphics, under which the pearl of great price was revered. Part I: Parable of the Pilgrim; Ways of Ascent; The Millenium; Good Spirit; Hosts of the Lord; King Solomon; King Shulamite; Cinderella; Star of the Sea; Eye of the Universe; President of the Mountains. Part II: Heavenly Twins; White Horse; Sign of the Cross; Night of Fires; Stone Hinge; Garden of Allah; Tree of Life; Via Dolorosa; This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.