Let's make a paper dove!

This time let's make a paper dove which is a symbol of peace.

 1. Fold in half

 2. Fold and unfold horizontally.

 3. Fold and make a line that divide into three perpendicularly.

 4. Unfold the tip and and make a square

 which the center is middle of back orange part.

 5. Fold in half.

 6. Fold it to top obliquely. Left part will be a head of dove :)

 7. Unfold the left part and also the opposite site.

8. Fold the head and tail like the picture.

And there is a hidden feature!

If you pull the head and tail together, you could see the dove flying. 

Have fun and think of peace :D

Symbols of peace

     This morning, I saw a white dove on the street. It was interesting to see a white dove because the white one is rare to see. However, people were trying get away from it as far as possible. People of these days consider dove as a dirty animal. I found this ironic because dove (especially white dove) was considered sacred animal long time ago.

              In the story of Noah, a dove brings a freshly plucked olive leaf which is a sign of life after the Flood. So people adopted Noah’s dove and olive leaf as symbols of peace.

             Along with dove, olive branch is also a symbol of peace. Back in the 5^th century BC, the ancient Greeks believed it drove away evil spirits, and it also was the attribute of the goddess of peace.

 

             Moreover, you might also know this peace sign. It is internationally well-known for the symbol of peace which was designed by Gerald Holtom for the British nuclear disarmament.

             In the process of finding the symbols of peace, I not only found the symbols of peace but also songs, festivals, and even flags! It really impressed me of the fact that lots of people were yearning for peace to come. Moreover, it reminds me of the song, "Heal the world," by Michael Jackson. Like in the lyrics of the son, I hope we REALLY make a better place soon.

Reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peace_symbols#The_peace_sign

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