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What is 3 a symbol for?

In their eyes the number 3 was considered as the perfect number, the number of harmony, wisdom and understanding. It was also the number of time – past, present, future; birth, life, death; beginning, middle, end – it was the number of the divine.

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Throughout human history, the number 3 has always had a unique significance, but why? The ancient Greek philosopher, Pythagoras, postulated that the meaning behind numbers was deeply significant. In their eyes the number 3 was considered as the perfect number, the number of harmony, wisdom and understanding. It was also the number of time – past, present, future; birth, life, death; beginning, middle, end – it was the number of the divine. Three is often the magic number in fairy tales and this certainly rings true in our ‘visually sumptuous’ (Wales Arts Review) production of Mozart’s beloved The Magic Flute . Our prince charming Tamino is rescued from a big orange lobster by Three Ladies – servants of the Queen of the Night - dressed as nannies or governesses, marking the beginning of his journey of self-discovery and enlightenment. During his quest he is guided by Three Boys who lead him to Sarastro’s temple (the spirits only appear in Sarastro’s kingdom). The number 3 is also associated with the Freemasons, of which Mozart and his librettist Schikaneder were members, and the theme of 3 appears repeatedly in the piece – both on stage and in the pit. The opera’s opening overture is written in Eb Major, which has 3 flats, and it begins with 3 chordal gestures, imitating the secret knock that masons would have used in Vienna at the time to gain access to their Lodges. Our irresistible production was designed by Julian Crouch and he emphasised the magical number by having 3 doors in each of the set’s 3 walls. Strength, beauty and wisdom also symbolize the 3 great pillars of the Lodges. Inscriptions upon the 3 temples refer to Nature, Reason and Wisdom, also of Masonic origin. To the Viennese of that day, political symbolism was easily and broadly interpreted; they saw the opera's Queen of the Night as no one other than their own Empress Maria Theresa, the hero Tamino was seen to be the “good” Emperor Joseph and the heroine Pamina was the Austrian people itself. Pythagoras believed that the number 3 stood for good fortune and following recent reviews for our revival production, we agree. Described by the critics as ‘an unabashedly entertaining evening of operatic pantomime’ (Bachtrack), don’t miss our re-telling of Mozart’s coming of age story at a theatre near you this Spring Season.

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What is the most recommended natural shelter if lost in the wild?

evergreens Look for a natural shelter, such as a rock overhang or a thick stand of evergreens. The site should be dry and well drained and offer protection from the wind. Ideally, it also should be near water and plenty of firewood.

A lean-to can be built using tools from a field-dressing kit.

Start preparing your camp well before dark.

Look for a natural shelter, such as a rock overhang or a thick stand of evergreens. The site should be dry and well drained and offer protection from the wind. Ideally, it also should be near water and plenty of firewood. If no natural shelter is available, pick an area with materials nearby to build a lean-to or debris hut. A lean-to is constructed by leaning branches against a horizontal support to form a frame for a roof. Be sure to position the opening away from the wind. Cover the frame with evergreen branches to block out wind or precipitation. If you brought a haul line with you, use it to bind the branches in place. Leaves and twigs may be heaped on top of the branches. If you need additional protection, add side walls. If you are in a snowy area, you might consider building a snow cave.

Lifesaving Rainwear

Most hunters carry a set of lightweight, soft rainwear in their packs at all times. This extra set of clothing can be a true lifesaver if you become lost. It serves as an outer layer to insulate and protect your body from wind. In addition, if your regular clothing becomes wet, you'll have something to protect your body while you dry your clothes. You can survive for a long time in a wilderness situation—even without food—if you can make a shelter, build a fire, and dry your clothing.

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