The mythical salamander was envisaged as a small dragon that lives when a fire or even a small flame is ignited.
The Fire Spirit of Salamander
The Fire Sacrifice | The Ancient Ritual of the Vedas
Fire, which once ignited has a life force of its own, functions as a ‘witness’ to the ceremony that is taking place.
The Eternal Light | The Flame of Ahura Mazda and The Land of Fire
What is this flame that watches me? Why am I so enchanted in its presence? And what is it about light that gives it the strength to illuminate and enlighten; not just our homes but also our souls?