They have such interesting eyes. I was inspired by your pics to look them up to get more info and I found out that there is a lot of mythology connected to them. Just a few are:
• To the ancient Greeks the cicada symbolized resurrection, rebirth and immortality. • In Taoism the cicada is the symbol of the hsien, or soul, disengaging itself from the body at death. • Cicadas had a powerful effect on ancient artists as they are featured on numerous coins and gems both before and after the time of Christ. A number of beautiful gems have also been found carved in the likeness of the cicada.
Please provide details below to help Gather review this content. If it is found to be inappropriate and in violation of the Gather Terms of Service, action will be taken.
Please select the part of the post you are reporting.
Please select why you are reporting this content.
Please enter a description.
You have successfully submitted a report for this post.
recommend this
email
print
link to this page
Comments: 29
• To the ancient Greeks the cicada symbolized resurrection, rebirth and immortality.
• In Taoism the cicada is the symbol of the hsien, or soul, disengaging itself from the body at death.
• Cicadas had a powerful effect on ancient artists as they are featured on numerous coins and gems both before and after the time of Christ. A number of beautiful gems have also been found carved in the likeness of the cicada.
Interesting and inspiring little creatures!
http://friendsofdanh.gather.com.
Our goal is to help you further your exposure and to support other gather members.
thanks for posting to one for me one for you!