A question

[kenben821]

I'm new. I just want to ask a question of the members on their views regarding the use of Nazi symbols, quotes and images for political propaganda.

 

[Terrywoodenpic]

In some countries the use of such are illegal.
In any event, they carry so much negative baggage that their use is self defeating.

In the right historical and academic media they are necessary documentary evidence of our past. and should not be restricted.

 

[oldbadger]

I'm new. I just want to ask a question of the members on their views regarding the use of Nazi symbols, quotes and images for political propaganda.

Hello kenben:- Political propaganda? That's supposed to achieve a successful outcome in the minds and hearts of people, isn't it? So...... in most countries it's probably rather dumb to pick signs, logos, quotes and pics which cause huge majorities to react negatively!

So my view? You'd have to be thick, really.

 

[Pastek]

I'm new. I just want to ask a question of the members on their views regarding the use of Nazi symbols, quotes and images for political propaganda.

I think it's disgusting

 

[LilyPhoenix]

I think it's disgusting

I agree

 

[Jainarayan]

The swastika is an ancient eastern symbol in the Dharmic religions to denote blessing and auspiciousness. Hitler co-opted it and has polluted its proper usage and symbolism. It's disgusting, reprehensible and repugnant to use it for anything other than was it was meant.

Even where it's not illegal to display it, it has negative connotations. I could display or wear ॐ (I do) but were I to display or wear the swastika I'd get my head handed to me, at the very least, if not beaten half to death. It's worse because I'm shaved bald. Not because I'm a skinhead, but because I like it.

 

[SerpentiaAustralis]

The Fylfot (swastika) is a holy symbol to those who follow Odin and the rune Sowilo (The Sun) which was used as the symbol of the SS. One cannot deny that runes are a part of the heritage of Northern Europe but the way in which these symbols were used to represent the Nazis was wrong. Unfortunately rune practioners are now only too familiar with the stigma that these symbols carry. My advice is to think carefully before publicising such symbols and be fully aware of the consequences.

My apologies if this post is offensive to anyone, it is not my intention to offend.

Serpentia.

 

[Jainarayan]

I just thought of something else. The word swastika itself is of Sanskrit origin... svastir, meaning auspiciousness.

There is a Sanskrit prayer:

Sarveṣāṁ Svastir Bhavatu
Sarveṣāṁ Śāntir Bhavatu
Sarveṣāṁ Pūrṇaṁ Bhavatu
Sarveṣāṁ Maṅgalaṁ Bhavatu​

May auspiciousness be unto all.
May peace be unto all.
May fullness be unto all.
May prosperity be unto all.

 

[Freedomelf]

Welcome to the forum. If it were me, I would not use it, not because there is anything wrong with its original meaning, but because it may cause negativity which does not have a positive result.

 

[Dingbat]

Welcome to the forum. If it were me, I would not use it, not because there is anything wrong with its original meaning, but because it may cause negativity which does not have a positive result.

Indeed, reminds me of this born again Buddhist nut I ran into who had swastikas all over his damn car and he was a giant white guy with a shaved head and Doc Martins. He was also a bit touched in the head so it didn't help. He never could see why such behavior was not remotely helpful towards helping people understand Buddhism or to keep people from braining him the moment he wasn't looking. Needless to say it is always good to avoid controversy wherever you can.