Cornucopia - The Horn of Plenty
The cornucopia is a time-honored symbol of abundance, long associated with Thanksgiving. However, it was symbolic well before this holiday existed. The word 'cornucopia' actually dates back to the 5th century BC. It derives from two Latin words: "cornu," meaning horn (as in the name of that one-horned creature, the "unicorn") and "copia," meaning plenty (a relative of such words as "copious" and "copy"). Thus, "cornucopia" literally means horn of plenty, and the names are used interchangeably. It was usually depicted as a curved goat's horn, filled to overflowing with fruit and grain, but could actually have been filled with whatever the owner wished. This info. I found at http://www.flowershopnetwork.com/pages/newsletter/NewsletterOctober2005.php.There is more information at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cornucopia.
I was very curious about this symbol of Thanksgiving. It is amazing to me that the Cornucopia has been around since at least the 5th century. When thinking about the Horn of Plenty I feel that my life has been filled like a Horn of Plenty with many abundances to be thankful for. I've had and have lots of LOVE, FAMILY and FRIENDS for which I am truly grateful. I've had and still have diverse learning experiences that shape who I am. I have witnessed and continue to see the beauties of nature and appreciate them immensely. Earth is an incredible planet and I love living on it. I appreciate God.
I hope each of you have a safe and fabulously memorable Thanksgiving.
