Who will join me in my work?

Question

I plan to reclaim the swastika, a gentle and kindly symbol, in the name of all that is good and true and pure!

I bought a fylfot (Swastika) yesterday and I plan on wearing it. If anyone mentions Hitler when they see my fylfot, they will get an education.

I've come to the conclusion that education is the key. Looking at some of the answers to my fylfot question opened my eyes to just how stupid people can be!

Anyone else want to reclaim the gentle swastika?

~Morg~

ETA: a fylfot (swastika) is merely a representation of a sun wheel. It is a holy symbol in many cultures. Hitler did not invent nor own it and he will not do so in death. I refuse to accept that and will work to change the ignorance some people seem to have regarding the fylfot.

Answer 1

My friend Morg,
Change is something that does not come easy, but being a Native American (Lakota Sioux) I am also familiar with the origins of the flyfot. That demented man was just playing out his fear of the fact that he wanted dominance over people and unfortunately others did follow him. He made the symbol a "swastika" as he called it. It represents something terrible to others and it makes me deeply sad for the ancestors of the Jews whom were prosecuted just for being Jewish (as Hitler himself was, grrrr) but I think you are a strong woman and must follow your path and your heart of hearts!!
I will join you in educating as many people as I can on this for a flyfot is a beautiful symbol that has been "desecrated" and I am sooooo proud that you are willing to stick your neck out for the true meaning of the symbol...Thank you for sharing and I wish you the brightest of blessings...Also, as a woman myself, I must caution you, dear, some people will not take your beautiful teachings lightly, for they are ignorant to the true nature of the symbol of peace and the sun and love, etc...I do not wish to tell you what to do but I am sure you know whom is "safe" to talk to about this...I would hate for you to be physically hurt over your beliefs..Sorry I sound like a mother hen, but as you know with the burning times, way back when, and anyone who goes against the "norm" of society, there are dangers...Walk with the light and may The Great Spirit watch over you!! LUNA

Answer 2

I have a friend who is Jewish, but loves Native American jewelry. She bought a ring with the symbol on it a few years ago, and even showed it off to me (of course she understands that it had other meanings in different cultures before Hitler got his hands on it), and she wears it with pride. So I guess if she can, you can too (she has to give you an up close look to see it though).... You are right, education is the thing, but be prepared that alot of people are just plain unreachable. You're pretty brave to wear that in the open, but I am sure you understand that you can expect some hostility from people, even after you educate them where you are coming from. I'm not sure I am feeling quite that brave today, but more than willing to applaud and support your efforts to reclaim the symbol. But who knows, maybe after I spend some time thinking on it, I will feel a little braver tomorrow. Good luck on your mission...

Answer 3

I'm sure the Buddhists do. It's their identifying symbol. The baracade you'll encounter is called "christianity". Christians think every symbol is evil except the cross or the dove. They even say the rainbow is a symbol of evil (homosexuality). It doesn't matter how ignorant or educated a christian is, they're going to have a problem with the swastika. It represents a peaceful religion so naturally the war-like (ever read the old testament of the bible?), confrontation-driven christians will never endorse it.

Answer 4

Living in Asia where they often use the symbol to mark temples on maps, I agree with you. Many temples in India have it on the sign. As India gains influence throughout the world and receives more foreign visitors hopefully they'll be more educated. No one can expect India to change centuries old temples because of a some Austrian idiot.

I would suggest not wearing it as a necklace though because it could easily turn around and look like the Nazi sign. I'm not going to start a campaign, but I'll try to help if the issue comes up

Answer 5

Like I said in your other question, I already have a fylfot pendent. If you are willing to educate folks that it isn't an inherently evil symbol and is in fact a holy symbol, good we need more folks like you. :-)

Answer 6

The "swastika" was used in certain Native American ceremonies before the "Hitler" generation.
That's all I have to say about that.

Answer 7

While I feel that you have good intentions and it is misconstrued as a symbol of death and suffering, people do not change their minds quickly. You will be doing a lot of educating to almost everyone you see and I think that many of them will not learn what you are trying to teach them.

Answer 8

It's sad how a demented old man can turn an innocent symbol into the mark of the Devil

Answer 9

I think I will pass, not beause on your ideals of educating people, but because I follow my own path in life and dislike following anyone else's words, no matter what they say or do.

Answer 10

It'll never work. The symbol is sullied for all time. And you could get attacked.