Foot in mouth disease.....

[Flint]

Originally Posted by DanaC

Out of interest, what was its intended purpose?

"The swastika used in Buddhist art and scripture is known in Japanese as a manji (which literally just means "the Chinese character for eternality"), and represents Dharma, universal harmony, and the balance of opposites. When facing left, it is the omote (front) manji, representing love and mercy. Facing right, it represents strength and intelligence, and is called the ura (rear) manji. Balanced manji are often found at the beginning and end of Buddhist scriptures (outside India)."