- Halacha
- Idols and Idolatry
Om Symbol/ Sanskrit Symbols
Rabbi Ari Shvat
Adar II 3, 5782
Question
Is it permitted to display the Sanksrit symbol for Om (or other symbols) on jewelry or home decor?
Answer
As far as I was able to ascertain, the Om symbol in question has sacred and religious meaning, and coming from pagan religions, is accordingly prohibited. Similarly, I imagine such is the case with similar symbols, but theoretically, each one is suspect and must be checked out.
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