The swastika has two different variations, and can often be confused despite the polar meanings.
the religious swastika
This is the original variation of the swastika. This swastika is proportioned like a square, at a 90 degree angle, and is a symbol of auspiciousness in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Deriving from Sanskrit, the svastika is considered a lucky charm in Asian culture.
The swastika represents longevity, and can be found being used in ancient architecture, art, and is commonly used during religious ceremonies.
Nowadays, many people who ward the swastika have to caution while using it, because most people associate this swastika with the one used by the Nazis.
The swastika represents longevity, and can be found being used in ancient architecture, art, and is commonly used during religious ceremonies.
Nowadays, many people who ward the swastika have to caution while using it, because most people associate this swastika with the one used by the Nazis.
the nazi swastika
During the pre-WWI-era, the Nazi Party of Germany adopted the swastika as their symbol. Even though the Nazis rotated the swastika 45 degrees, the religious swastika is still stigmatized in America. The Nazis officially established their signs on their flags, badges and sings in 1930.
Asian manufacturers have to be careful wile processing products with the swastika as a sign of auspiciousness, for those who don't know complain and question it.
Asian manufacturers have to be careful wile processing products with the swastika as a sign of auspiciousness, for those who don't know complain and question it.