"Sacred symbols" refers to objects, signs, or images that hold significant religious or spiritual meaning. They represent beliefs, values, and virtues and are regarded as holy or revered by a particular religion or community. Full definition
The very fact that the minister deals with sacred symbols, and standards may make it in some cases most difficult to get down to the reality underlying those symbols. (religion-online.org)
With regard to crèche and menorah displays, is there any religious need to place sacred symbols of any faith at the seats of government? (firstthings.com)
Jewish opponents of these displays have argued that «since there is no religious need to place sacred symbols of any faith on public property... there is no religious need to be accommodated by the government.» (firstthings.com)