atheism symbols

atomic whirl with viking decoration

some commonly recognized symbols in US and their meanings:

The Atomic Whirl:

• Description: This symbol consists of an atomic structure with an 'A' in the center.
• Meaning: It represents scientific understanding and rational thought, emphasizing the importance of evidence and scientific inquiry over religious belief.

The Scarlet Letter 'A':

• Description: A red 'A' often styled in a specific font.
• Meaning: It stands for atheism and is inspired by the book "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne. It signifies the reclaiming of the letter 'A' for atheism, turning what was once a symbol of shame (adultery) into a symbol of pride and identity.

The Invisible Pink Unicorn (IPU):

• Description: An imaginary creature that is simultaneously invisible and pink.
• Meaning: It is a satirical symbol used to critique religious belief and illustrate the argument that the existence of a deity is as unfounded as the existence of an invisible pink unicorn.

The Flying Spaghetti Monster (FSM):

• Description: A deity resembling a tangle of spaghetti and meatballs.
• Meaning: It is part of the parody religion Pastafarianism, created to mock the teaching of intelligent design and creationism, emphasizing the absurdity of teaching religion in science classrooms.

The Darwin Fish:

• Description: A fish symbol with legs and "Darwin" written inside.
• Meaning: It represents the theory of evolution and the scientific view of the origins of life, contrasting with the Christian ichthys (fish) symbol.

The Happy Human:

• Description: A stylized human figure with raised arms.
• Meaning: Used by the International Humanist and Ethical Union, it represents humanism, which often overlaps with atheism. It emphasizes human welfare, ethical living, and a non-religious worldview.