The Significance of Three

~By Janet Bristow & Victoria Galo, 1998

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We’ve all heard people say that “things happen in 3’s.” 

 

Many phases of life happen in combinations of three: 

 

We’ve heard of the concept of:

 

The number 3 stands for that which is solid, real, substantial, complete, and entire.

 

In general:

The 3-stitch seed pattern was selected as symbolic of planting peace, healing, love, comfort and hope into the shawls by the shawl maker for the receiver.  May you be inspired by the significance of these symbolisms which are meant to enhance the creating and receiving process of the Prayer Shawl Ministry.   



 

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