Ah, good ol' Boondock Saints. Symbology is the study of symbols, whereas symbolism is the use of a symbol to represent ideas or qualities. One could say he is

Ah, good ol' Boondock Saints. Symbology is the study of symbols, whereas symbolism is the use of a symbol to represent ideas or qualities. One could say he is studying the symbols to find their symbolism? Or am I completely butchering the English language at this point? (I disclaim all responsibility as a foreign national =D)