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  2. Celtic knot - Wikipedia

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    Examples of plait work (a woven, unbroken [clarification needed] cord design) predate knotwork designs in several cultures around the world, [2] but the broken and reconnected [clarification needed] plait work that is characteristic of true knotwork began in northern Italy and southern Gaul and spread to Ireland by the 7th century. [3]

  3. Endless knot - Wikipedia

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    More decorative form of the endless knot More complex form of the endless knot seen on a c. 400-year-old Chinese lacquerware dish Endless knot in a Burmese Pali manuscript. The endless knot or eternal knot is a symbolic knot and one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols. It is an important symbol in Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism.

  4. Triquetra - Wikipedia

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    The triquetra is often used artistically as a design element when Celtic knotwork is used, especially in association with the modern Celtic nations. The triquetra, also known as a "Irish Trinity Knot", is often found as a design element in popular Irish jewelry such as claddaghs and other wedding or engagement rings.

  5. Ashtamangala - Wikipedia

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    Ashtamangala: first row (left to right): parasol, pair of golden fish, conch; second row: treasure vase, lotus; Last row: infinite knot, victory banner and wheel. The Ashtamangala ( Sanskrit : अष्टमङ्गल , romanized : Aṣṭamaṅgala ) is the sacred set of Eight Auspicious Signs ( Chinese : 八吉祥 , bajixiang ) featured in ...

  6. Infinity symbol - Wikipedia

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    The infinity symbol (∞) is a mathematical symbol representing the concept of infinity. This symbol is also called a lemniscate , [ 1 ] after the lemniscate curves of a similar shape studied in algebraic geometry , [ 2 ] or "lazy eight", in the terminology of livestock branding .

  7. Yantra tattooing - Wikipedia

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    There are thousands of traditional designs of yantra tattoos, but some of the most well-known and popular include: Ong Phra (Thai: องค์พระ; translation: Buddha's body) - one of the most commonly used elements in Yantra tattooing, but can also be a more complex standalone design. Meant to provide insight, guidance, illumination, etc.

  8. Tattoo - Wikipedia

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    An example of a tattoo design Application of a tattoo to a woman's foot. A tattoo is a form of body modification made by inserting tattoo ink, dyes, and/or pigments, either indelible or temporary, into the dermis layer of the skin to form a design. Tattoo artists create these designs using several tattooing processes and techniques, including ...

  9. History of knot theory - Wikipedia

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    Different knots are better at different tasks, such as climbing or sailing. Knots were also regarded as having spiritual and religious symbolism in addition to their aesthetic qualities. The endless knot appears in Tibetan Buddhism, while the Borromean rings have made repeated appearances in different cultures, often symbolizing unity.