Classic Snake Elastic Bookmark

A definite must for any Ophiophile! 

Snakes have long been powerful symbols in various cultures and mythologies around the world. They are often associated with transformation and rebirth due to their ability to shed their skin. This process of renewal makes snakes a symbol of change and the cyclical nature of life.

In some cultures, snakes are revered as symbols of healing and medicine. The ancient Greeks, for example, associated snakes with Asclepius, the god of medicine, and the Rod of Asclepius, a staff with a serpent entwined around it, remains a symbol of medical practice today.

However, snakes also carry connotations of danger and deceit. In many Western traditions, the snake is often depicted as a cunning and treacherous creature, as seen in the biblical story of the Garden of Eden. This duality makes the snake a complex and multifaceted symbol, representing both the potential for growth and the risks of temptation. Whether viewed with reverence or caution, snakes continue to captivate our imagination and hold a significant place in our collective consciousness.