In Buddhism, the swastika represents the eternal cycle of life, death, and rebirth and is often associated with the Buddha’s footprints. In Jainism, it is a symbol of liberation and spiritual ...

Business Insider spoke with Tim Marshall, author of "Worth Dying For: The Power and Politics of Flags" about how the swastika was a symbol of peace until Hitler and the Nazi party changed its meaning.

The swastika is one of the most ancient symbols used by humans and has been found in nearly every corner of the world. But for most people in the West, the swastika remains inextricably linked to ...