Examples of archetypal symbols include:

- Hero
- Maiden
- Sage
- Trickster

Examples of Archetypal Symbols

Examples of cultural archetypes include;

- Facing death
- Gaining independence
- Striving for proficiency

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Cultural archetypes can be seen in:

- Literature
- Art
- Dreams

Representations of Cultural Archetypes

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Examples of Archetypal Experiences

Examine the two artistic depictions described below. Both pieces feature a central maternal figure. Analyze how both figures represent a similar underlying universal pattern, but contrast the specific ways this pattern is expressed through the details of each artwork.

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