Powerful, death, and rebirth symbols. The Neegee Crocodile Organization is a cannibalistic secret society in West Africa. They are predominantly found in Libya, where they have lived since the 1800s. To appease the crocodile god and obtain power, the Negee Crocodile Society consumes people. They think that consuming a person endows them with magical abilities … Read more
Agricultural symbol and activist The Ribbon Group was a secret Irish Catholic society founded by underprivileged Catholics. They were founded in opposition to the Protestant Orange Order, which was established to combat Catholicism. Ribbonmen was the name given to members of the Ribbon Society. They were founded in 19th century Ireland to assist poor farmers … Read more
Mental purity, spiritual perfection, and disobedience are all represented by this symbol. A monk named Master Huiyuan and a group of like-minded monks created the White Lotus Club in China in AD 402 as a secret society. Master Huiyan erected a large lotus pond, which the group was named for. They followed the Buddhist five … Read more
Death is represented by this symbol. Yale University is home to the Skull & Bones secret society. It was created as a result of a disagreement between certain Yale debating societies. The number 322 is written underneath a skull and bones motif. The number 322 represents the death of the Greek orator Demosthenes, while the … Read more
Symbol of pride, vigilance, endurance, and strength Native Americans used elk as a symbol. Women were thought to be protected by elk, who would lead them home if they were kidnapped by enemies. Elks were employed as a symbol for warrior civilizations and were regarded as symbols of bravery. The Benevolent and Protective Order of … Read more