{"id":12307,"date":"2019-12-01T06:11:39","date_gmt":"2019-12-01T06:11:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mastermindcontent.co.uk\/?p=12307"},"modified":"2022-08-05T10:57:57","modified_gmt":"2022-08-05T10:57:57","slug":"what-is-the-symbolic-meaning-of-a-square","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mastermindcontent.co.uk\/what-is-the-symbolic-meaning-of-a-square\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is The Symbolic Meaning Of A Square?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The square is used symbolically in spiritual and esoteric artwork to represent attributes assigned the symbolic meaning of the number four<\/a>.<\/h3>\n\n\n
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In the many ancient writings, the symbolic meaning of the square was expressed by using elements of nature; the four directions, the four winds, the four seasons, the four elements, the four evangelists and so on. Maybe you know some of your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It was only when man began creating artwork and taking an active approach to understand and teach mathematics that the square appeared in artwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But essentially, the four \u2013 and thus the square \u2013 represents the physical aspect of man, earth and laying foundations. On a deeper level, the four represents, the body and all our attributes of conscious awareness and the need for stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the eastern religions of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism, the square represents the physical plane, the Earth. It also signifies the physical body of man.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stupas, that represent the mind of the enlightened Buddha are always built on square foundations because they are the most solid. And thus the human body and mind have to lay solid foundations for us to reach higher consciousness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Spirit in Man<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The same concept is seen throughout all other ancient religions as well. The Greeks used the mathematical problem of \u2018squaring the circle\u2019<\/a> to symbolically teach alchemical students that the conscious mind and the unconscious mind are all part of the same essence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This concept is still prevalent in Christian churches today. The image of the two interlocking squares below is the Seal of Melchizedek<\/a>. Note how the seal is encased in a circle and the edges of the square are touching the rim. This is symbolic of the physical connecting with the spiritual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The square is also one of the most important symbols of Freemasonry. The symbol is included in the masonic logo, the square and compass<\/a>, which plays on the ancient Greek\u2019s \u201ccircling the square\u201d conundrum.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The esoteric wisdom contained in the square and compass is the knowledge that spirit \u2013 symbolised by a circle \u2013 resides in man. The square remember represents the physical body. First degree masons are told the square represents qualities of uprightness, honest, virtue and dependability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When I was at school, the word \u2018square\u2019 was used as an insult towards somebody that was boring for studying or knowing too much. It, therefore, becomes associated with negative connotations rather than the positive attributes taught to Freemasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, the square in masonry is a symbol for regulating life and correcting character weaknesses in search of inner harmony. The reason it is included in their most promoted trademark is because the square belongs to \u2018the Master\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In other words, the square represents a person that is master of his\/her thoughts, actions and emotions. When we master our mind we live in peace and thrive on the physical plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, it is through our physical body that we channel consciousness to experience life as a human being. But if the ancients say we are pure love, why is there so much hate and suffering in the world?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Buddha provides the answer and explains how we overcome negative energies in his four noble truths of Buddhism; dukkha, samudaya, Nirodha and Magga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover the truth of your suffering and you will find the cure. Become the master of your own mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you want to know how ancient symbolism can help you succeed in life?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Master Mind Content offers online symbolism courses. We have several in-depth guides that explain how symbolism relates to the body-mind-energy connection. Understanding symbolism can help you make important decisions, improve your quality of life and understand more about the world.<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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