Μ(M)

Name: GREEK CAPITAL LETTER MU
Unicode: U+924
Number: 40
Translit: M
Language: el
Readable: m
Description:

1. The letter Μ (mu) originated in the Greek alphabet and represents the sound /m/. It is the 12th letter of the Greek alphabet and has a similar equivalent in the Latin alphabet. 2. In esoteric and spiritual contexts, the letter Μ has been associated with various symbolic meanings. In ancient Greek philosophy, it was sometimes linked to the concept of harmony and balance, as it falls midway in the Greek alphabet. In Kabbalistic traditions, some interpretations associate Μ with the Hebrew letter Mem, representing water and the unconscious mind. 3. The letter Μ has been used symbolically in various ancient and modern traditions. In mathematics, Μ is commonly used to represent various variables, such as the coefficient of friction or the population mean. In Christian art and symbolism, Μ can be associated with the Virgin Mary, as the initial of the Greek word for "mother" (Μήτηρ). Additionally, in astrology, Μ is sometimes linked to the planet Mercury.