Exploring sword symbolism…
As an alchemical symbol the sword is a symbol of purification. Here we experience the metaphorical sword cleanly piercing the spiritual soul of man. This symbolic action sacrifices physical bondage to release a path to ethereal (enlightened) freedom.
In Buddhism the sword symbolism deals with discrimination of thought. In this light, swords cut away ignorance.
As a Celtic symbol, the sword is reputed to be associated with Nuada, the first king of Tuatha Dé Danann. In fact, Nuada’s great sword is considered one of the four treasures (sword, stone, spear, cauldron). Nuada was associated with the supernatural forces of the underwater realm. Today, archeology reveals many ancient Celtic swords found under water...