
Symbolism Prompts And Suggestions:
Symbols in the form of words, images, objects or people are used to evoke complex ideas without having to go through a painstakingly long explanation. It is a literary device of artistic expression. Examples include:
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a lone moon – loneliness, unrequited love;
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a rainbow – childish wonder in the beauty of nature;
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a ferry at night – death;
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a falling leaf - the end of summer;
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a withered leaf – aging;
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a single light in the night – hope;
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a goblet – faith;
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sunflowers – people;
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the sun – life;
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palace walls – monarchy;
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a dove – peace;
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a red rose – love;
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black – evil or death;
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a ladder – a connection between heaven and earth;
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a broken mirror – separation;
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wedding rings – a lasting relationship;
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a spot – a mark on one's conscience.
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