Alexandria Merchant
Bio
Hi There beautiful people! I am a writer and fashion enthusiast who hails from Los Angeles. Growing up in a diverse, military household, I mastered the art of connecting with people from all walks of life, my writing mirrors this diversty.
Stories (3/0)
The concept of time
Time is a mysterious concept that exists and doesn't exist simultaneously. I'm intrigued by why time slows down with increased velocity and why shapes warp near the speed of light. Time is actually another dimension, and I am excited to dive into said scientific theories of dimension.
By Alexandria Merchant7 months ago in History
The writings on the wall
Egyptian symbols are everywhere! You can buy them on t-shirts, see them in movies and music videos, and find websites dedicated to discussing and dissecting their meanings. But what do these ancient Egyptian symbols really mean? Let’s explore a handful of famous symbols and discuss their significance for the people who created them. Let's start with the most famous symbol, the ankh. The word "ankh" in Egyptian means life, so it represents not just life, but eternal life. It can be found on sarcophagus lids and in the hands of the gods. Some say it looks like a sandal strap, but that's not true. Another similar symbol is the knot of Isis, but its meaning is uncertain. The ankh is believed to represent birth and the continuity of life. It is a feminine symbol, with the top part representing the womb and the bottom part symbolizing the birth canal. The line in the middle represents the moment of birth, which is a significant point between life and death. Another symbol is the Coptic cross, which is inspired by the ankh. It is a symbol of Coptic Christianity, the primary denomination of Egyptian Christians. The Coptic cross has similarities to the ankh and the Orthodox cross. Some Coptic organizations use the Coptic cross, while others stick to the simple ankh. It's fascinating to see how these symbols have evolved and are still relevant today.
By Alexandria Merchant7 months ago in History
Somewhere over the rainbow
Somewhere over the rainbow, there's a hidden story waiting to be discovered! We all have a pretty good understsnding of what s rsinbow is right? Here’s a refresher just in case you just stepped foot on earth. Rainbows are amazing optical phenomena that appear when certain weather conditions occur. They are created by the bending, reflection, and spreading of light in water droplets, resulting in a beautiful spectrum of colors in the sky. The rainbow appears in the shape of a vibrant, circular arc. When sunlight creates a rainbow, it always appears directly opposite the Sun in the sky.
By Alexandria Merchant7 months ago in Wander
