This gorgeous, unique piece is representative of the mystical, sacred tree of life. It is made with a macrame tree with wooden beads at the end of each branch, a leather wrapped hoop, and hanging fringe leather as the finishing touch. The tree of life has been considered to be a sacred symbol in cultures around the world and throughout history. It is prominent in Norse, Celtic and ancient Egyptian mythology, to name only a few, and is spoken of in the Bible. (Measurements- Length 30 inches long (2 and 1/2 feet), Circle is 12 inches and fringe is 18 inches) TREE of LIFE... The tree of knowledge, connecting to heaven and the underworld, and the tree of life, connecting all forms of creation, are both forms of the world tree or cosmic tree and are portrayed in various religions and philosophies as the same tree. The tree of life is mentioned in the Book of Genesis; it is distinct from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. After Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating fruit from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, they were driven out of the Garden of Eden. Remaining in the garden, however, was the tree of life. To prevent their access to this tree in the future, Cherubim with a flaming sword were placed at the east of the garden. (Genesis 3:22-24) The tree of life appears in Norse religion as Yggdrasil, the world tree, a massive tree (sometimes considered a yew or ash tree) with extensive lore surrounding it. Examples include Thor's Oak, sacred groves, the Sacred tree at Uppsala, and the wooden Irminsul pillar. In Norse Mythology, the apples from Iðunn's ash box provide immortality for the gods.
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