It's no secret that humans are inherent lovers of the heavens, particularly the stars. As Astrologers would put it, there's a big connection between human behavior and our twinkling friends out there. In fact astrology proposed the idea that stars do already have an idea of what's to happen in the future. It seems occult to the majority of us; even the Roman Catholic Church considers it as merely superstitious. As for me, I'm quite contented with the idea of gazing at them during a clear night. I'm more concerned of what they have to say about the present.
Stars like those seen in the Star of Life flag hold a special part in our culture as human beings. Through the years, we have not only found the many essential uses they offer, as in the case of the stars' importance in nautical navigation. We also continue to adore them greatly through literary and scientific ways, a feat that no other object on earth may ever surpass.
Our favorite celestial objects go as far as representing life and existence. Remember the great star of Bethlehem that guided the Three Kings to Christ's manger? Then there's the famous Star of David which represents the Jews and Judaism. Even the Islamic religion is partly represented by the star.
And of course the star symbol doesn't only hold religious importance; it is also used in almost every conceivable way. If you've ever seen EMTs, or Emergency Medical Technicians, they have this distinct patch on their uniforms which features a blue six-pointed star. The six points of this star represent the six main tasks of emergency rescuers, from detection to transfer. In the center of the star is The Rod of Asclepius, the ancient Greek symbol for healing. This symbol is aptly called the Star of Life, which in its own special way, reminds us how our lives are bound with the stars.
by:
The Flagman
