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Few symbols have a tradition as long and as rich as the dove. A particular favorite in art and iconography, the dove often represents the aspect of the divine Lord, and its use has been shared, adapted and reinterpreted across cultures and changed to suit belief systems. From the ancient world to modern times, this simple bird developed layer upon layer of meaning and interpretive significance, making it a complex and powerful addition to religious texts and visual representations.