Co-exist bumpersticker - and its meaning
You've seen this bumpersticker in Bluffton. Here's what it means:
The designer, Piotr Mlodozeniec's basic coexistence design is uncomplicated and easy to understand. The design uses three symbols that stand for Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Mlodozeniec modified the word "coexist" in the following ways:
- for the letter "c," a crescent moon representing Islam is substituted
- for the letter "x," the Star of David representing Judaism is substituted
- for the letter "t," a cross representing Christianity is substituted
Today, there are several different versions of the coexist design. Starting with Mlodozeniec's conception, the newer designs add additional symbols:
- for the letter "o," the peace symbol or pagan/Wiccan pentacle is substituted
- for the letter "e," a male/female symbol or a scientific equation is substituted
- for the letter "i," a pagan/Wiccan symbol is substituted
- for the letter "s," a Chinese yin-yang symbol is substituted
Stories Posted This Week
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Saturday, March 29, 2025
- Bluffton Public Library’s April 2025 programs and services
- Joseph “Joe” Ropp Davies worked for University of Findlay
- Hillville Road bridge maintenance on April 1
- Lift access added to Bluffton Senior Center back entrance
- Register for fear of falling workshop
- Florence to explain advanced sports stats at student forum
Friday, March 28, 2025
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
- On March 28 Harnish to present "The Mennonite and the Quantum Physicist"
- Village of Bluffton meeting dates announced
- Bluffton Schools petition for Vine St. closure to create athletic practice field
- Elfrieda Ramseyer memorial service on March 29
- Gabriel named as BACC and BCE Assistant Director
- Signs of spring at the Bluffton University Nature Preserve