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Elements

By Patti Wigington, About.com

Definition:

The four classical elements, Earth, Air, Fire and Water, are the root of all things, according to the Greek philosopher Empedocles. Each of the four elements has symbolic meanings, and each is associated with a direction on the compass.

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According to the Greek philosopher Empedocles, the four elements are the root of all things.
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