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The Quipu, or khipu, was used by the Incas and Andean cultures to record and convey information. This ingenious device, without a written language, utilized colors, strings, and knots at different heights to record various data, including dates, statistics, accounts, and even abstract folk stories and poetry.

In spirituality, roses carry deep and varied meanings, often tied to their color, form, and cultural context. Here’s a detailed look at the spiritual significance of roses: Love and Compassion: Roses are universally seen as symbols of divine love and compassion. They are often associated with the heart and emotions, representing the ability to love unconditionally.

In Inca belief, the Sun (Inti in Quechua) was the primary deity, seen as the husband of the moon. The Sun held the power to heal, control crops, and provide relief to people.

The Inca spiral signifies unity and the eternal cycle of life, connecting with water and the feminine. Abalone shells help calm emotions and create tranquility.

The Wiphala is the flag of the Andean peoples, originating from the Aymara language. It symbolizes indigenous wisdom, embodying the principles of universal order (Pachakama) and the cosmic mother (Pachamama). Its design features the sun and day above and the moon and night below.