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| − | In the medieval world, it was | + | In the medieval world, it was thought that the pelican would pierce itself in the breast to provide nourishment for its young. The pelican therefore became a symbol of self-sacrifice. |
In the S.C.A., "Pelican" often refers to the [[Order of the Pelican]]. | In the S.C.A., "Pelican" often refers to the [[Order of the Pelican]]. | ||
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Revision as of 18:51, 3 August 2005
In the medieval world, it was thought that the pelican would pierce itself in the breast to provide nourishment for its young. The pelican therefore became a symbol of self-sacrifice.
In the S.C.A., "Pelican" often refers to the Order of the Pelican.