Breasts
In Christian iconography, the female breast does not have erotic implications;
in classical antiquity it represents the universal mother nursing all of humanity
and mature motherhood. It is closely linked to fertility and milk, evoking protection,
love, and tenderness. Loss of this communication with the mother often causes
a child to suck his thumb. Also hope and courage when shown forward. When bare,
show candidness and prudence.
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