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Above: a spiritual symbol pinball machine from Maker Faire!

When I was a kid, the only pinball machines that had an even remotely spiritual significance were the "Wizard" and "Captain Fantastic"  models based on the Who's messianic rock opera Tommy.

For more on the zen of pinball and its implications for interface design, check out this classic post from Slashdot. Want to look up the various symbols? The photographer herself offers an excellent reference guide.