«The spiral represents a continuum that stretches from our most ancient ancestors, to the present, and on into the future. It is one of the most common motifs in a wide range of cultures from around the world and throughout time. Representing the cosmos and cyclic time, it is a dynamic symbol of primary life-force energy, balance, and wisdom.
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Book Sandra Kynes. «Magical Symbols and Alphabets».. 
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