What does the torch symbolize?

The torch is a symbol of hope and light. Can guide the direction in a few dark nights; A warm flame brings warmth; Inspire people to be high-spirited. The Olympic torch symbolizes light, courage, unity and friendship, and is a symbol of the Olympic movement.

Torch is usually made of flammable materials (such as rags soaked with grease or asphalt) and tied to one end of a wooden stick. When it is used in the building, it can be inserted into the shelf on the wall, and it can also be used by hands outside. Traditionally, the torch symbolizes light and enlightenment.

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In ancient Greek mythology, the fire on the earth was stolen from God by Prometheus and handed over to mankind. The sacred origin of fire makes it a religious element, and the ancient Greeks sacrificed eternal flames in front of their main god temple all the year round. In the temple of Olympia, the sacred flame burns on the altar in front of the goddess Hestia all the year round.

The sacred flame here is also lit by the heat of the sun's rays, and people also use it to light other torches in the temple. Today, the altar has disappeared, but the lighting ceremony of the Olympic flame still arouses people's imagination of these ancient events.

In Athens, people held races to pay tribute to the gods including Prometheus. These competitions are to commemorate Prometheus' feat of stealing kindling. When he passed on the fire, he also spread his wisdom and knowledge to mankind. Runners passed torches to each other, and only the first runner who reached the altar was awarded the honor of reigniting the altar flame.