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[Alexandr Korol]

“In different cultures the key symbolizes different aspects of fortune, but most often it is associated with the opening of new opportunities, with well- being and with protection. The key may be a symbol of success in affairs, the attraction of wealth, as well as protection from negative energy. In some contexts, the key may signify mystery, new knowledge, or even transformation.”

“The golden key as a symbol. In antiquity it was often used as a symbol of power, of access to knowledge, or to secret knowledge.”

“In Alexei Tolstoy’s fairy tale The Golden Key, or the Adventures of Buratino, the golden key symbolizes the possibility of attaining true happiness and a new, better life, opening the door to a secret theater. It embodies hope for a better fate, freedom, and the fulfillment of dreams. A symbol of hope and change: the golden key, found by Buratino, opens the door to a world where wishes can come true and happiness can be gained. The turtle Tortilla, who gives the key, is a symbol of wisdom and life experience, helping Buratino on his path toward the goal. The key opens the door to the secret theater, symbolizing freedom from evil forces and the possibility of creating a new, better world.” So, just so you understand the power of this little key. At first, Big Alexander was the one who told me about this, referring directly to “Buratino”, and I somehow ignored it. But then another magician told me that indeed the golden key is a symbol of fortune. So I thought, well, all right.

Something else amusing: “The golden key can also be seen as a symbol of upheaval in the social order, a hint at revolution, which at that time was a relevant theme, according to one of the analyses of the text.” This is all about “Buratino”. “By opening the door, Buratino and his friends create their own theater, which symbolizes the beginning of a new life founded on friendship, creativity, and freedom.”

And further still, since the system kept making me take note, I once more returned to the symbol, to the goddess Fortuna herself, to see which symbols are associated with her. Here: “The Roman goddess Fortuna is often depicted with a cornucopia, symbolizing wealth and abundance; she often stands upon