Well, howard, since I am a Boy Scout, I think I can clear things up a bit.<br><br><blockquote><font size=1>In reply to:</font><hr>[color:"blue"]The scout badge depicts a Phoenix also called a Right Wing Bird which is also a "One World Order" symbol.</font><hr></blockquote><p><br><br>The scout badge (and every other badge except Second Class) depicts an Eagle, not a phoenix. We use an eagle, because it is the national symbol of the US. The First Class badge (which has the most stuff on it) consists of an eagle superimposed upon a trefoil. The trefoil is symbolic of the Super Secret Scout Sign. Under this is the Scroll bearing the motto, "Be Prepared". On the bottom of the scroll is a wierd little knot, which symbolizes the slogan, "Do a Good Turn Daily". The ends of the scroll are turned up to depict the notion that the Good Boy Scout is always smiling at the chance to help others. I'm doing all this from memory, so correct me if I leave something out.<br><br><blockquote><font size=1>In reply to:</font><hr>[color:"blue"]The 3 finger salute is a representation of the "Baphomet Hand" which is a recognised symbol in witchcraft meaning "devils triad". Traditionally scouts face East when saluting.</font><hr></blockquote><p><br><br>The 3-finger salute represents the three points of the scout oath: physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight. We don't face East as we salute, unless we happen to be to the West of the flag.<br><br><blockquote><font size=1>In reply to:</font><hr>[color:"blue"]THe Brownies movement is totally based on folklore and mythology. It believes that brownies were created as "magical little creatures". This link is used in the naming of the brownie "sixes" , such as elves, gnomes , sprites , pixies and imps.</font><hr></blockquote><p><br><br>I have absolutely no idea about this one. Never did make it into the Brownies for some reason. <br><br>--jf2

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