Symbolism is no small Beer

"If you remain suspicious of ritual and symbol - well, you are not alone - but perhaps you might pause to consider symbolism in a secular context. Namkha is authenticated in a Fire Ceremony (again, more later). Relaxed about fire? Really relaxed? How about burning the American Flag in the White House - does that have meaning for you? "

http://skyweaving.blogspot.co.uk/2011/08/symbolism-is-no-small-beer-resources.html