Who was Molly Malone? The importance of symbols

How important are the symbols for us? The recent controversy created around the monument dedicated to Molly Malone in Dublin, Ireland, has re-emphasized the enormous significance that certain representations have for the human race as a whole. But, how many examples of this kind are there in the world? Why does it appeal so much to humanity? Statue of Molly Malone, Dublin, Ireland. Source: viator.com Molly Malone In the first place, we might ask…