Our surroundings are filled with various shapes and designs, each conveying a concept or representing a specific theme. Shape is a broad and all-encompassing concept that includes everything imaginable, from the appearance of objects to words, numbers, letters, and symbols, each directing our minds to a particular idea. Generally, every shape is a sign—a sign that brings a distinct concept to life. Signs are of two types: symbolic and non-symbolic. When we want to represent the concept of a “tree,” we can use the word “tree” or its specific symbol. But how can we symbolize abstract concepts like love, friendship, or thought, which lack physical forms? This is where “symbols” come to our aid, giving meaning to love. Signs are conventional forms created by humans throughout history. |