Tiger. Define your totem. A complete description of the magical properties of animals, birds and reptiles. Totem animal of power. How to find your totem You are naturally endowed with the gift of clairvoyance and know how to foresee future scenarios, with age these abilities become
Totem animal tiger
The tiger is a creator and a destroyer at the same time. He also has royal dignity, cruelty, strength, power, courage and fury, which he needs as a protector. The tiger is considered one of the strongest totems, and not every person is able to withstand its pressure. If the tiger has chosen you, get ready to be king in your own castle. From now on you are the Ruler of your life.
The tiger reminds you that it takes perseverance to achieve your goals. Be patient, use tried and true methods, and repeat them over and over again as needed. Use determination to reach your goal. You will succeed, but only through patience. The tiger may be letting you know that you need to do some careful planning and maneuvering to get what you desire.
If "Tiger" is your Spirit Power Animal:
- You are naturally endowed with the gift of clairvoyance and are able to foresee future variants of events, with age these abilities become even stronger.
- You have the ability of a healer, and since your tactile sensitivity is especially developed in you, if you wish, you can heal with touch.
- You are an extremely self-confident person who is desperately persistent in achieving your goals, an adventurer, a strong and passionate person who loves life in all its manifestations.
- You are a strong-willed person. And once you've made your choice, you can't change it. At the same time, you will not be in a hurry, and will try to calculate and balance all the possibilities before making a decision.
- You enjoy silence and loneliness and carefully observe everything around you.
- At night, your performance increases.
- Your movements have a flexible grace and sensuality, and love playing sports, especially if they require physical activity.
- You like to be independent and rely on always having a quiet place to fall back if things get tense.
- You tend to fit in easily or adapt to social situations.
- Your natural charisma often attracts many people to you.
Refer to the "Tiger" Totem Animal of Power when:
- You want to finish something important. And for this you need perseverance and perseverance in achieving the goal.
- For some time you are dependent on some kind of relationship, but you want to become independent.
- You want to be confident in yourself and not doubt your abilities.
- You are bored with life because of the regularity and routine that surrounds you and you want to bring excitement, passion and new vivid impressions into your life.
You will receive help from the Totem Animal of power "Tiger" in situations in which the following issues are resolved:
- Power
- Choice and decision making
- Action without delay
- Achievement of set goals
Tigers are molded from the material from which revolutionaries and leaders are made. Unfortunately, they do not always justify the trust that they inspire with their demeanor. When they yell "Let's go!" - whether in an extreme or the most ordinary situation - people should think before acting, and sometimes even pacify the tigers themselves, who can lead the rest to disaster, because they have a taste for risk up to recklessness and unconscious, spontaneous manifestations of spiritual impulses.
The recklessness of the Tiger is sometimes so impressive and blinding that it is even difficult to resist its magnetism. He himself does not like to obey, but makes others listen to him, for which he commands respect. No one dares to tell him the truth. And even when they want to liquidate it, they do it with full respect and apprehension.
If he manages to think before acting, and heeds the advice to be careful, he may be more successful. A fighter by nature, sharp and quick-tempered, the Tiger is able to sacrifice himself for the cause. Stubborn and stubborn, he is often in conflict with someone. An egoist in small things, however, is capable of sincere disinterestedness in something really significant, although sometimes he shows such a narrow-mindedness that he is not inclined to trust absolutely anyone.
The tiger always goes forward, despising established power, social hierarchy and conservatism of thinking. Paradoxically, he can delay making an important decision until the moment when it is essentially too late to decide. He can be a military commander, the head of a large enterprise, but he can also become a particularly dangerous criminal, because he gravitates towards everything that contains an element of risk.
People of this sign are prone to extraordinary actions, these are natures of exceptional fate and unexpected situations. Fighters in their emotional nature, they are capable of deep reflection and intense love. However, in the latter they are rarely happy due to hypertrophied passion.
Born at night, especially around midnight, the Tiger will be freed from snares of all kinds, and his life will be less turbulent in contrast to the Tiger who was born after sunrise, especially at noon - this one will be expansive, extremely abrupt and subject to many dangers.
In any case, we can say for sure that in life the Tiger is never dreary. Whether he was born during the day or at night, the Tiger should not count on a calm, serene existence. However, he himself will not wish it, the taste for risk will involuntarily push him into a constant game with his fate.
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And today there will be a slightly unusual article about animal totems.
Explanations
In some places, I considered it necessary to add my own notes - these words are marked with numbers in brackets, and footnotes with explanations are given below. The fact is that often for one animal name there are several translation options into Russian, and here I already had to use additional information and my knowledge of totems in order to understand which animal (or what kind of it) is meant.
As one of the sources of this information, the book of Ted Andrews is mentioned. « Animal Speak: The Spiritual & Magical Powers of Creatures Great and Small»
The article gives two lists of totems: animals and birds. However, I only translated the first one, but I will definitely publish the second one. Some species of birds are also given in the first list.
So, we are going on a journey through the country of totems.
Translation of an article about patron spirits
"Ask the animals and they will teach you
And the birds in the sky and they'll tell you.
Or talk to the earth and she will guide you,
And the fish in the sea will tell you."
Job 12:7-8
Indigenous and tribal peoples believe that all living beings have their own lessons, that is, what they can teach us. By observing the characteristics and behavior of our animal and feathered relatives, we can begin to recognize these lessons.
Many indigenous peoples keep or wear carved animals or birds (fetishes) as a reminder of the wisdom, experience, understanding and healing power of that animal or bird. Such images honor these teachers, as well as inspire us to become more aware of our strengths, and remind us where we need to focus more in our own lives.
Below is a list of animals and short description healing powers associated with them: Mitakuye Oyasin. Loretta
- Ant: patience, endurance, generality
- Antelope: competent action, speed, fast growth, grace
- Armadillo (1): knowledge of boundaries, objectivity
- Badger: aggressiveness, perseverance, concentration
- Bat: release from old habits, new growth, revival
- Bear: strength, introspection, self-knowledge
- Beaver: balance, change, building, shaping
- Bee: maintenance, gathering, association
- Bird: unity, freedom, commonwealth
- Buffalo (2): abundance, prayer, healing, good luck
- Butterfly: transformation, courage to change, balance, grace
- Caribou (3): travel, maneuverability
- Cat: grace, independence, sensuality, psychic vision
- Cougar/Mountain Lion: balanced leadership, cunning, savvy
- Coyote: humor, cunning, adaptability, twist of fortune
- Crow: advice, intuitive knowledge of the laws of the universe, self-confidence
- Deer: softness, sensitivity, alertness, calmness
- Dog: loyalty, courage, unconditional love
- Dolphin: harmony, love, wisdom, connection with oneself
- Dragonfly: skill improvement, illusion, need for change, relentlessness
- Duck: female - maternal energy, male - overcoming stress
- Elephant: memory, learning ability, health, luck
- American deer: endurance, friendship, pride, power, majesty, falconry, rapid progress, composure
- Fox: quick wit, adaptability, cunning, secrecy, discretion
- Frog: emotional healing, cleansing, peace
- Goat: perseverance, diligence
- Goose: safe return, love of home
- Gopher: gathering, preparing for the future
- Black grouse: completion, sacred spiral dance (4), realization
- Hawk: message, search for truth, clear vision, heightened awareness
- Hedgehog: self-preservation
- Horse: inner strength, freedom, safe movement
- Hummingbird: beauty, wonder, joy, dexterity
- Leo: connection with the sun, courage, nobility, prosperity
- Lizard (5): caution, regeneration, renewal, growth
- Loon: communication, tranquility
- Lynx: subtlety, silence, stealth, elusiveness
- Manat (6): calmness, gentleness, trust
- Moose: self-esteem, self-confidence, strength, spontaneity, unpredictability
- Mouse: mindfulness, caution, success, awareness of danger, illusion, charm
- Possum: Peaceful Alternatives, Cunning
- Otter: playfulness, efficiency, feminine energy, the healing power of laughter
- Owl: wisdom, insight, psychic vision
- Dove: Romantic love, fidelity, peace, innocence
- Porcupine: self-defense, memories, safety, innocence, humility
- Quail: security, group harmony
- Rabbit: overcoming fear, security, gentleness towards oneself
- Raccoon: curiosity, skillful investigation, playfulness
- Raven: prophecy, clairvoyance, magic, mystery, exploration of the unknown
- Salmon: determination, perseverance
- Sandman (7): quickness, foraging, cleansing
- Seagull: Observation, fast action, opportunities, carefree behavior, versatility
- Seal: Satisfaction
- Skunk: reputation, self-preservation, respect
- Snake: transmutation, fertility, rebirth, vitality, sexual energy
- Spider: creativity, balance, interconnectedness, diligence
- Squirrel: planning ahead, playfulness, trust
- Swan: grace, fidelity, diligence
- Tiger: caution, timeliness, stealth
- Turkey: setting limits, understanding, updating
- Turtle: protection, grounding, longevity, healing, symbol of Mother Earth's bounty
- Bar (8): problem solving
- Marten (9): stealth, vision below the surface, supernatural power
- Keith: intelligence, self-expression, intuition, creativity
- Woodpecker: sacred heartbeat, rainmaker, growth, fertility, purification
- Wolf: elimination of weakness, commitment, family loyalty, learning skills
- Zebra: strength, vigilance, fellowship
My notes
1 - this is the name of armadillos in Latin America
2 - most likely refers to a bison, and also, possibly, a buffalo or a hybrid of a bison with a cow. There is also a buffalo fish, but I tend to believe that this is still not about her
3 - a representative of the genus Reindeer
4 - refers to the special ritual dance "Holy Spiral", which symbolizes the movement from death to rebirth and, among other things, helps the dancer successfully move from one life cycle to another
5 - possibly referring to the frilled lizard that lives in New Guinea and Australia
6 - a kind of sirens (sea animals).
7 - bird, a kind of sandpiper
8 - also possible: kite, vulture
9 - also possible: ferret, weasel
Conclusion
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And I don’t say goodbye - we’ll meet again soon in an article about bird totems (link at the beginning of the article),
Here you will find a description of only some animals and their totemic properties, and you will have to do the rest of the work on yourself. The article contains the characteristics of only animals, but plants can also serve as totems, look for descriptions of their properties, and I think you will certainly find it, if not, then ask and I will tell you.
Now let's dive into the world of totems and their true meaning.
cat- The key ability of a cat is to always land on its paws - this totem makes its owners successful, dodgy, and very dodgy people with a well-developed vestibular apparatus. He endows people with the ability to "sneak" what they want, makes it possible to sneak up unnoticed and quietly.
Qualities: independence, gentleness, curiosity, desire.
In addition to "pleasant" qualities, the cat totem can endow its owner with the power of a "hitman" - Make him ruthless, secretive and heartless. Another mystical property of cats is the possession of nine lives. It makes the owner of such a totem "more" tenacious.
Among the American Indians, the Cat is a sign of theft, so those who were engaged in the thieves' craft loved to call him.
Of the magical properties, it is also worth noting the ability to cause damage, to see the invisible, the ability to cause rain, to heal. The traditional prey of a cat is a mouse - small rodents, but its diet is not limited to this. Cats are no less successful in catching birds and rabbits. The traditional enemy of a cat is a dog, although in reality the list of its enemies is much longer. And yet everyone who is connected with the cat as a totem animal should first of all study mice and dogs. This will help to better understand the magic of the cat and its characteristic balance of energies.
Lynx- symbolizes visual acuity, noiselessness, mystery and secrecy. Lynx is often called a wild cat, so these totems have a lot in common. The lynx is a loner, and if it turns out to be your totem, you also prefer solitude. The lynx will teach you how to be alone without feeling lonely. If the lynx is your totem, then it is possible that friends are used to telling you their secrets, since the lynx knows how to keep them very well.
Operating under the cover of night, the lynx will teach you how to use life force to achieve your goals silently and efficiently. The lynx does not like excessive popularity, so if you start talking with others about your relationship with this totem, its strength in relation to you may dry up. It is very important to learn when, to whom and how much you can talk about your personal affairs.
The keen eyes of a lynx will teach you to distinguish what other people are trying to hide, and will also give you the ability, by bringing an object to your face, to capture the energies of people and events associated with it.
If the lynx has become your totem, then it is possible that many people will become uncomfortable next to you. They will understand that you see what they do not want to show you, and hear what they diligently keep silent about. These abilities can turn you into both a skilled diplomat and a consummate manipulator. Learn to trust your feelings and impressions. If something seems wrong to you, do not doubt your conclusions - even if they are contrary to common sense. To awaken the ability to recognize the secret at a trot, learn to meditate and contemplate, sit more often and watch what is happening as a spectator. Watching how people behave and what they say.
Tiger It is a creator and a destroyer at the same time. He also has royal dignity, cruelty, strength, power, courage and fury, which he needs as a protector.
Among the Aztecs, the tiger symbolized the western setting Sun, the hidden dark forces and the forces of the earth. It is often characteristic of gamblers. Among the Chinese, the God of Wealth rides a tiger guarding chests of coins. The Goddess of the Wind also rides a tiger. He is the guardian of graves and scares away evil spirits. Among the Greeks, tigers can serve as a substitute for leopards, drawing the chariot of Dionysus (Bacchus). In shamanism, the tiger personifies superhuman powers; this is the messenger of the forest gods, and the gods, immortal or exorcising evil spirits, can ride on it.
The tiger is considered one of the strongest totems, and not every person is able to withstand its pressure. If the tiger has chosen you, or you have chosen the tiger totem, get ready to be the king in your own castle. From now on you are the Ruler of your life.
Jaguar- the messenger of the spirits of the forest. In the tradition of shamanism, the appearance of the jaguar is one of the most common totems of the shaman, it symbolizes his spirit. Only a strong and powerful shaman could possess a jaguar totem.
His qualities are power, wisdom, swiftness. This totem is considered one of the most powerful, since almost all magic is subject to it.
“In the Mayan language, the concepts of “jaguar”, “werewolf”, “mage” and “sorcerer” were expressed in one word - “balam”, and the cult of the jaguar itself was closely associated with the dark Aztec god Tezcatlipoca. Since the jaguar was a symbol of this deity, the Aztecs described it in the same way as Tezcatlipoca: “He lives in forests, rocks, waters; noble, noble. He is the king, the ruler of the animals. He is cautious, wise, proud. It does not feed on carrion. He is the one who hates and despises, who is sick of everything dirty ... And at night he does not sleep; he looks out for what he hunts, what he eats. His vision is clear. He sees well, very well; he sees far. Even if it is very dark, very foggy, he sees.”
(From the book of Nikolai Nepomniachtchi "XX century: Discovery after discovery")
a lion- As a totem animal, a symbol of the sun, brilliance, strength, fire, splendor, courage, stamina, justice, law, military power. The lion also symbolizes cruelty, ferocity, animal lifestyle. He is a symbol of war and is an attribute of the gods of war. Shamans say that by riding a lion, one can tame the forces of the universe.
In Buddhism, the lion is the protector of the law, the wisdom of the Buddha, spiritual zeal, advancement and comprehension, courage, an enlightened person, his own master. Sometimes the Buddha is depicted on a throne, standing on lions. The lion, depicted with a lion cub under his paw, also personifies the Buddha, who rules the world, and compassion. The lion cub depicts a Bodhisattva who has just passed initiation. The lion's roar represents the Buddha fearlessly preaching the Dharma.
The lion also personifies the symbol of Kings and rulers, Autocrats and Monarchs. If this is your symbol, prepare to carry its banner with pride.
Panther(black jaguar), leopard, puma - symbolize ferocity, rage, aggressiveness, ruthlessness.
On the example of cat breed totems, common features are well traced, ranging from an ordinary cat to a panther.
If you want to be attached to any totem group, you need to study these animals properly. For example, if it is a feline totem, you can gain experience by observing the behavior of an ordinary cat. There is only one caveat: if you chose the totem not of a domestic cat, but of a wild predator, then you need to watch it for a wild cat.
The same is true in other totem groups, for example: the canine family - dogs, wolves, foxes, coyotes, arctic foxes, hyenas, jackals; primate family - chimpanzees, gibbons, macaques, etc. Within the group there are always common qualities that allow people from the same totem group to interact well with each other.
Crow Being a "talking bird", it symbolizes prophecy. In other respects, it is ambivalent: it means at the same time the solar goodness and the darkness of evil, the wisdom and destruction of war.
Crows and wolves are frequent companions of the primeval gods of the dead.
In alchemy, a raven, depicted next to a skull or tombstone, symbolizes blackness and death, nigredo - the first stage of the "Small Work", the death of the world, the principle "earth to earth" ("... dust and to dust you will turn").
Among the American Indians who lived in the forests of the east coast, the raven means cunning.
In general, a black raven is a bird of bad omen, but a raven with a white feather is a good sign.
In China, the raven is one of the animals of the "twelve earthly branches" and symbolizes power. A three-legged raven lives on the Sun, symbolizing the three phases of its movement: sunrise, zenith, sunset.
The Scandinavians and the ancient Germans depict two ravens on the shoulders of Odin-Vot-on - Hugin ("thought") and Munin ("memory"), which fly around the world and report everything they saw. Raven - the coat of arms of the ancient Danes (Dans) and the Vikings.
Wolf- It also symbolizes valor, devotion, Mutual assistance. This is a true team player if the flock has already rallied around him. But he can also be an incorrigible loner, and at the same time his loneliness will give him strength and not oppress him.
For alchemists, the wolf, together with the dog, symbolizes the dual nature of Mercury, philosophical mercury and nous.
In Celtic mythology, the wolf swallows the Heavenly Father (the sun), after which night falls.
In the Greco-Roman tradition, the wolf is dedicated to Mars (Ares) as the personification of rage, as well as to Apollo and Sylvanus. The she-wolf who, according to legend, nursed Romulus and Remus, is often depicted in Roman art.
The wolf is the forerunner of new ideas, looking for a way. One who returns to the clan to teach and give help. If you lived in the Wolf clan, you would understand the meaning of the strength of the pack and the strength of the individual. These qualities make the Wolf very similar to the human race. We humans also have the ability to be part of society and yet still embody our individual dreams and ideas.
The senses of the Wolf are very sharp, and the moon is an ally of strength. The moon is a symbol of psychic energy, which contains the secrets of knowledge and wisdom. Moon phases can be indicators of the Wolf's desire to connect with new ideas that are only in the subconscious.
The help of the Wolf gives us the powers of a teacher and calls us to go further and help the children of the Earth in understanding the Great Mystery of Life.
Snake- V the highest degree complex and universal symbol.
The snake and the dragon are often interchangeable, and in the countries of the Far East, no distinction is made between them. The symbolic meaning of the snake is polyvalent.
It can be both male and female, and also self-reproducing. As a creature that kills, it signifies death and annihilation; as a creature that periodically changes its skin - life and resurrection.
A coiled snake is identified with the cycle of phenomena. This is both the solar and lunar principles, life and death, light and darkness, good and evil, wisdom and blind passion, healing and poison, keeper and destroyer, spiritual and physical rebirth.
It also symbolizes the original instinctive nature, the influx of life force, uncontrolled and undifferentiated, the potential energy that inspires the spirit. It is a mediator between Heaven and Earth, between earth and the underworld. The snake is associated with the sky, earth, water, and especially the Cosmic Tree.
The snake is knowledge, strength, deceit, sophistication, cunning, darkness, evil and corruption, as well as the Tempter. “This is fate itself, fast as misfortune, unhurried as retribution, incomprehensible as fate.” In the context of cosmology, the serpent is the primordial ocean from which everything emerges and into which everything returns, the primordial undifferentiated chaos. It can serve as a support for the world or support it, or surround it, turning into an ouroboros - a symbol of the cyclical manifestation and reverse absorption. The visible serpent is only a perishable manifestation of the original, timeless Great Invisible Spirit, the master of all natural forces, spirit or principle of vitality. This is the god of the early cosmogony, which later served as the starting point for more psychological and spiritual interpretations.
Serpents or dragons are guardians of the threshold, temples, treasures, esoteric knowledge and all lunar deities. They produce storms, control the forces of the waters, surround the waters with themselves, sometimes blocking their path, sometimes, on the contrary, bringing water to man. They are invoked at all sorts of incantations of the dead crossing the waters of death. As a creature capable of moving without the help of legs or wings, the snake symbolizes the all-pervading spirit, as a creature penetrating deep into cracks and crevices, the inner nature of man and conscience. The shape of a snake can serve as a mask for evil forces, for example, for witches and sorcerers, symbolizing the evil and sinful side of nature. Sol niger ("black sun") is associated with the dark powers of the snake. The Sky Serpent, like the Chinese Azure Dragon, symbolizes the rainbow. Both of them form a bridge from this world to another.
Crocodile- The Devourer, symbolizing the need to go through death to a new life. A crocodile with an open mouth means moving against the current, liberation from the limitations of the world.
Sometimes the crocodile is the guardian of the doors. Possessing the ability to live both on land and in water, it symbolizes the dual nature of man. According to Pliny, the crocodile and the lizard symbolize silence, since it was believed that they had no languages.
The crocodile is also identified with the fertility of the waters. To be swallowed by a crocodile means to descend into the underworld. The crocodile is the emblem of Set in its typhonic aspect (cruelty and evil).
Fox“Where there is no fox, you cannot establish a village. Chinese proverb.
The fox is a symbol of cunning, longevity, fertility, hypocrisy and vice. The tricks of the fox These are the tricks of the devil in the Christian tradition.
In China, foxes (ku-li) are one of the symbols of longevity. It is believed that at the age of fifty foxes can turn into a woman, at a century old - into a young girl. The fox knows what is happening at a distance of a thousand miles and can affect the mind of a person, turn him into an idiot. When a fox is a thousand years old, it becomes the Heavenly Fox, tien-hu, with nine tails. The Sky Fox can take the form of not only a woman, but also a man.
In Japan, the white fox is a symbol of abundance. The figurines of the fox were installed at the entrance to the temple, in his teeth he usually had the key to the barn with rice.
Eagle- The solar symbol of all the gods, the midday sun, the spiritual principle, ascension, inspiration, liberation from bonds, victory, pride, contemplation, apotheosis, royal origin, power, strength, height, the element of air.
It was believed that the eagle was able to fly to the Sun and, without blinking, look at it and connect with it. In this regard, the eagle personified the spiritual principle in man, which is able to soar to Heaven. Double-headed eagles are attributes of the twin gods, they can mean omniscience and dual power. The rivalry between the eagle and the bull, or the eagle and the lion, in which the eagle always wins, personifies the triumph of the spirit and intellect over the carnal nature. The conflict between an eagle and a serpent, or an eagle with a snake in its claws, represents the victory of the spirit. In this fight, the eagle represents the forces of good, and the snakes represent the forces of evil.
In addition, the eagle signifies unmanifest light, while the serpent signifies unmanifest darkness. Together they make up a cosmic whole, a combination of spirit and matter.
In some cases, the white eagle symbolizes a man and the brown eagle symbolizes a woman.
In Scandinavian mythology, the eagle is the emblem of Odin (Wodan).
Scorpion- Means death, destructive force, disaster, darkness.
Egypt: an attribute of Set in typhonic form, Selk, or Selket, protecting the dead. Seven scorpions accompanied Isis during the search for Osiris.
Sumero-Semitic tradition: scorpions or scorpion-man were the guardians of the Gates of the Sun, the Mountains of the West and the Double Gates. Scorpions were associated with Ishtar or Nina. Attribute of Sabazius Phrygia.
Owl- An ambivalent symbol. A bird of wisdom, but also of darkness and death. In the American Indian tradition: wisdom, prophecy.
China: evil, crime, death, horror, ungrateful children. On funeral urns it symbolizes death.
Greco-Roman tradition: the owl symbolized wisdom and was dedicated to Athena (Minerva). The owl was an attribute of the god of darkness and night among the Etruscans.
But for all its "dark" orientation, all peoples, without exception, treated this bird with respect. After all, its main strength is in the ability to see the hidden, to see hidden in the darkness, and to pass on the wisdom of ancestors to descendants. The owl is the personification of earthly and heavenly wisdom directed to the earth to help people.
Hawk- the messenger of the gods of the Aztecs.
The Egyptians have a hawk - a royal bird, spirit, soul, inspiration, Kensu Bird, Ra, the Sun. Other gods accompanied by a hawk or having a hawk's head are Pta, Horus, Mentu, Regu, Sokar, Kebsenuf. There is also a hawk-headed crocodile, Sebek-Ra, and sometimes a sphinx has a hawk-head. It is the emblem of Amenti, the Great Mother and the goddess of the West and the underworld.
In Greco-Roman mythology, the hawk is the quick messenger of Apollo; attribute of Circe.
Spider- The Great Mother in the terrible form of the weaver of fate is sometimes depicted in the form of a spider. All moon goddesses are spinners and weavers of fate, and the Cosmic Spider, the Great Spider or Great Spinner, is the Creator who spins the thread of life from his own substance, attaches all people to himself through the umbilical cord, and weaves them into the web of patterns of the world.
The spider in the center of the web symbolizes the center of the world, the Sun surrounded by rays extending from it in all directions; The moon, personifying the cycles of life and death, spinning the web of time.
The Indians of America have a spider - wind and thunder, protection from evil.
Among the Egyptians, the spider is an attribute of Neith as the weaver of the world.
Among the Greeks, the spider is an attribute of Athena as the weaver of the world, as well as Persephone, Harmony and Fates (Moir) as the spinners of destinies; form of Arachne.
Among Indians and Buddhists, the spider is the weaver of the web of the illusion of Maya, and also the Creator as the spinner of the thread from his own substance.
Among the peoples on some islands of Oceania, the Old Spider is considered the creator of the universe.
Among the Romans, the spider meant insight, good fortune.
Bear- It symbolizes the resurrection (the appearance in the spring from his winter lair with a bear cub), a new life, which means initiation and rituals associated with the transition.
In heroic myths, the bear is a solar symbol. In flood myths, he turns into a lunar, associated with the moon goddesses Diana and Artemis. It is the emblem of the Kingdom of Persia and Russia. Alchemical meaning: nigredo from the first matter.
In the tradition of the American Indians means supernatural strength, endurance, strength, tornado.
Among the Celts, it belongs to the lunar forces; attribute of the goddess Bern.
The Chinese represent strength and courage.
Among the Japanese, the bear symbolized goodwill, courage and strength.
Among the Ainu, the bear is a cultural hero and a divine messenger.
Among the Teutons, it is dedicated to Thor. Atla the bear represents the feminine principle, while Atli the bear represents the masculine. For a shaman, a bear is a messenger of forest spirits.
Monkey- Personifies shamelessness, stubbornness, malignity, lower instincts.
Three Mystical Monkeys with covered eyes, ears and mouth mean the following: "I see nothing, I hear nothing of evil, I do not speak of anything" (Principle of universal silence and mystery.
In Buddhism, the monkey is one of the Three Insensible Creatures, greedy, constantly grabbing something.
In the Chinese tradition, it symbolizes ugliness and trickery, has the ability to transform, and is apotropaic. It is the ninth animal of the Twelve Earthly Branches.
In Hinduism, she is an attribute of the monkey god Hanuman, who has divine power and is the son of the wind god Vaiya. In addition, Hanuman is sometimes depicted with a monkey head.
Among the Mayan Indians, the God of the North Star had a monkey head.
Horse An incredible number of myths and beliefs are associated with the horse. More than one book could be written about its significance, because no animal has played such an important role in the development of civilization as the horse.
The horse was associated both with funeral rites and with birth: the souls of people enter this world and leave it on horseback. The Scandinavian god Odin rode an eight-legged stallion. In Hinduism, stallions are harnessed to the chariot of the solar god Surya, and in Greek mythology, to the chariot of Helios.
In Chinese astrology, the horse is associated with qualities such as attractiveness and gift.
Horses symbolize freedom, and sometimes wildness. People born in the Year of the Horse are friendly, adventurous and often extremely emotional.
The horse was endowed with the ability to predict the future. There are many legends in which horses act as clairvoyant animals, capable of also recognizing people involved in magic. In mystical terms, a horse is one of the embodiments of a magical gift in a person.
The symbolism of the horse is rich and complex. The horse can represent movement and travel. It is possible that she became your totem to help you get moving and head towards your cherished goal. The horse can symbolize desires, primarily sexual desire. The stallion often served as a symbol of sexuality, and the taming of a stallion was a symbol of curbing sex appeal and dangerous passions.
Study your totem in relation to your own life. Pay attention to the color of this horse and think about what this color means to you personally. In what form does this horse appear before your mind's eye? Does she run? Or is it always worth it? Are you riding it or looking at it from the side?
If the horse has become your totem, then perhaps it is time for you to explore such aspects of your life as the craving for travel and the thirst for freedom. Do you feel limited in any way? Are you willing to leave the past behind and move on? Perhaps you should release someone from your entourage? Or is it time for you to defend your own freedom and assert your power in some new areas of life? What are you doing to develop civilized relations in your environment? And what do people around you do for this? Do you appreciate the blessings given to you by civilization?
Entering our lives, the horse takes us on a new journey. It teaches us to move in new directions. With its help, we realize and discover our own freedom and strength.
Here is just a small list of those animals that are found in the world of totems. I hope I was able to please you with the description, and you found yourself in it. To my great regret, it is simply not possible to describe the diversity of all totems, and if for one reason or another your totem is not included in our list, then you can independently observe it and look for information. If something remains incomprehensible, ask, I will always be happy to lend you a helping hand.
Ask the Slavic meanings of totems personally. I warn you right away that I may not answer everyone, because this is sacred knowledge that requires the right attitude towards them.
Roerich A.V.
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reply:September 11th, 2014 at 23:11
Trance personal dives often produce very interesting and controversial results. They reflect our subconscious in their essence and the result depends on your immediate state before and during the dive.
You have noticed changes in the room, this is good, many people miss this. This is a big plus for you for further practices.
As for the dragon, well, it is believed that it is possible. But I am inclined to attribute these creatures to a completely different gradation, and practice shows that a dragon totem is practically impossible for a person. But many animals, for example, the same crocodile or lizard, or snake, can take on the bizarre appearance of a dragon when going through a dive. It is worth taking a closer look at the characteristics, and determine for sure. Maybe you are one of those whose totem is really a dragon. But most often real animals act as totems.
K. Reply:
October 5th, 2015 at 19:07
@Kageshi, I read the descriptions not only on your site, but also in other sources. According to the descriptions, various predatory animals within the species of cats, mustelids and foxes fit me. I adhere to thoughts about cats, but those who offer the definition of a totem from a photo - two called the fox, though each is of a different color. That's why I asked this question. Diving didn't work for me. Could it be that the totem can deceive strangers about its true nature? Or is such an undertaking with a photo from the very beginning not a serious one?
Hello. I always thought my totem was a wolf. I have always liked wolves and I am surrounded by them. I tried self-dive. I imagined a forest (green grass and birches) and an animal running (I’m running, but in the form of an animal for some reason) and it’s not clear whether it’s a lynx or a wolf. How do I know which totem suits me best?))
According to beliefs, each person has his own animal - the keeper - a totem. It may be one, or it may be several, depending on the person. Each such guardian animal gives a person a certain force. The power of the totem is manifested in the qualities of a person's character. But every power has a downside, which for some reason few people write and talk about.
When a person stops following the path of his destiny, forgets his totem or is afraid and refuses the power and gifts that the guardian beast gives, then the reverse side of this process turns on.
The power of the totem turns into its destructive side and turns into a mug - a mask.
When writing this material, we do not set ourselves the task of listing all the qualities of totems, there is a lot of this on the Internet.
Our task is to show the main qualities of the guardian beast and highlight the reverse side, which turns into the animal power of the totem in man.
The power of the totem and its reverse side
Bear
Totem Power and Quality
The bear totem gives a person inner strength: the possibility of deep self-knowledge, self-study, developed intuition and instinct. It also helps to remove fussiness and adds dimension. These are good business people.
back side
If a person does not accept the power of a bear, then laziness awakens in him and reigns. A person turns into a lover to eat and sleep. He will be distinguished by stupidity and the desire to pick up inches - superficial knowledge. A kind of modern Oblomov.
Snake
Totem Power and Quality
The snake totem gives a person attentiveness and the ability to concentrate. These are smart people, capable of renewal and transformation, quite flexible in thinking, but also straightforward. They adapt well to circumstances and know how to find the good for themselves in everything. They are characterized by magnetism and attractiveness.
The snake gives a person the opportunity to access the tribal wisdom, experience and knowledge of ancestors. Gives the gift of foresight.
back side
If a person does not accept the power of a snake, he turns into a viper, vicious and vile. Such people are distinguished by increased nervousness and bitchiness. They will always seek to dominate others, control and command.
deer, elk
Totem Power and Quality
A deer or elk totem gives a man pride, royalty, intelligence, leadership, a sense of danger. The ability to reach the goal, a broad outlook, education, intelligence, perseverance, the ability to present oneself.
back side
Those who do not accept the power of these guardian beasts turn into those who “rested with their horns”. They are dominated by qualities: stubbornness, cowardice, narrowness of views, stereotyped thinking. These are people with high conceit, lazy ignoramuses. They are distinguished by pride and arrogance.
deer, elk
Totem Power and Quality
The power of these totems gives the manifestation of a beautiful wife and a good housewife. The ability to create coziness and a warm atmosphere in the house, to create harmony, peace and beauty.
deer, fallow deer
Totem Power and Quality
Roe deer and doe give a woman the manifestation of a young graceful and smooth girl, airiness, faith in miracles and magic, beauty and naivety, and creative abilities.
back side
Shyness, defenselessness, closeness, shyness, self-doubt and complexes.
Horse
Totem Power and Quality
The horse totem is almost completely a manifestation of the qualities of a moose cow, deer, fallow deer and roe deer.
back side
If a woman does not accept the power of these totems, then instead of qualities she receives a program and turns into a draft horse that pulls everything and everyone on itself, into a nag.
Horse
Totem Power and Quality
The horse totem gives a man intelligence, strength and endurance. The ability to reach the goal, energy, love of life, love of freedom and leadership. Propensity to travel, activity, enterprise, ability to present oneself.
back side
If you do not accept the power of the horse, then he turns into a lustful stallion, which is led by lust. He is distinguished by unbridledness and passion.
Or the horse turns into a donkey, and the man becomes stubborn and stupid. It may seem obedient, but in reality it does only what it wants, constantly looking for its own benefit.
Rodents
Mouse, squirrel, hamster, mole, guinea pig, etc.
Totem Power and Quality
Such totems give a person such qualities as: briskness, thriftiness and the ability to penetrate anywhere. The ability to find and save what you need. Such people will never die of hunger.
back side
Plushism, which manifests itself not as stinginess, but the desire to gain everything and more, even if it is not necessary at all. The qualities of a rat also appear: anger, wealth is equated with life, for an attempt on it, it can kill.
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If you have discovered in yourself a manifestation of the power of a totem, then try to know, feel and reveal all its qualities, learn how to use this power for the benefit of yourself and the world.
This will help you quickly and effectively establish a connection with your guardian animal, which in turn will help you follow the path of your destiny and solve life's tasks.
In order to get closer to the guardian beast, surround yourself with its images. Perhaps it will be beautiful figurines or figurines, paintings, stone sculptures or jewelry. The more of this all around you, the more you will feel the presence of the totem in your life.
If you are faced with the reverse side of the totem - harey, then first of all think and look, try to understand why you refuse this power, what you are afraid of, what drives you.
After that, direct your attention to the disclosure and development of the “positive” qualities of the guardian beast. Then his strength will help you overcome the other side and become yourself again.
Pay attention. The main totems of a husband and wife are usually similar, but hari will always be paired. For example, if the wife is a bitch, then the husband will be a bitch in some way, where both do not accept the power of their totems.
If the wife is a stupid sheep, then the husband will be a stubborn sheep. The wife is a goat, the husband is a goat. And so on, we think the train of thought is clear. Therefore, try to work in pairs and help each other to reveal their strengths.
To cleanse yourself from the influence of masks and mugs, study and apply in life☟
Guiding star
SQUIRREL
KEY CONCEPT: activity and readiness.
POWER TIME: all year round
Everyone is familiar with squirrels, Squirrel is a member of the rodent squad. The squirrel is quite sociable, but dislikes strangers, even those belonging to its own species. She spends most of her time gathering food. It is not uncommon to see how a squirrel digs a hole and drags nuts and other food into it, making supplies for the winter. Thanks to its keen sense of smell, the squirrel always finds its pantries, even if it forgets where they are.
There are two main varieties of squirrels - gray and red. There are also black squirrels, which are more aggressive than gray ones. Gray squirrels are most often found in cities, while red squirrels are most often found in forests.
The flying squirrel is also known. In fact, it does not fly, but is capable of descending from a branch to the ground in a slow hovering jump or jumping from tree to tree. Unlike the gray and red squirrels, the flying squirrel is a nocturnal animal. She can't stand being disturbed during the day. The main natural enemy of the flying squirrel is the owl.
Red squirrels are watch forests. They raise a loud noise at the sight of any stranger. You may get the impression that they literally tell any news to everyone who can hear them. The red squirrel is inferior to the gray squirrel in size, but is much more aggressive and fights much better. The most dangerous enemy of the red squirrel is the marten, whose qualities should be carefully studied by everyone associated with this totem. Usually, red squirrels give birth to cubs twice a year; there are from two to seven babies in one litter. Already twelve weeks after birth, young squirrels are able to lead an independent life. If the red squirrel has become your totem, follow how it manifests itself in your life twelve-week cycle.
The gray squirrel is the largest and most active of all members of the squirrel family. Like all squirrels, it does not hibernate. Gray squirrels build their nests in hollows or on the tops of trees. The nest of a squirrel is usually spherical in shape and has one entrance on the side. Despite the fact that the gray squirrel is larger than the red one, when attacked, it prefers not to fight, but to flee. Gray squirrels also produce offspring twice a year, and their cubs also become independent at the age of about twelve weeks.
All squirrels are quite sociable. They arrange mock battles among themselves. They are very observant and know how to imitate each other. Toddlers learn this way - imitating adult squirrels. People associated with this totem learn new knowledge better in the course of practical work, and not from textbooks.
Squirrels are "talkative". You can often hear their voices in the forest. They start talking animatedly whenever they are alarmed or just playing. A special expressiveness of this animal is given by a fluffy tail, which also serves as a warm blanket, sun umbrella and balancer. The squirrel often expresses its emotions by wagging its tail.
Each type of squirrel is unique, and contact with this totem, as with others, should be made on an individual basis. But when meeting any squirrel, think about how active you are and whether you are prepared enough for possible surprises. Are you too active? Or do you, on the contrary, have enough activity? Perhaps you have refused to make plans for the future. Are you being too chaotic? Perhaps you are too fussy, but what do you not have time for? Can you save time, effort, etc.? Do you fear the thought that you will never reach your goal? Perhaps you are too "obsessed" with savings and savings? Shouldn't you be more generous!
With the help of a squirrel, we will learn to observe the measure in giving. If you give too much to someone around you without getting anything in return, a squirrel will come to your rescue. Squirrel is a master of preparing for the coming changes, but she also reminds us that in the midst of worries, you always need to find time for communication and entertainment. Work and play must go hand in hand, otherwise work will become a burden.
CROW.
One of the most symbolic birds, it is the bird of birth and death, it is a symbol of mysticism and magic. In Scandinavian mythology, the raven has an important place, everyone remembers the ravens Odin Gugin (Thought) and Mumin (Memory), they were his heralds. Thus, the raven is a bird that brings news from the great realm of the spirit. Among the Indian tribes, the raven was surrounded by reverence. The raven saved the world from chaos, he stole the sun from the one who tried to plunge the world into eternal darkness. The raven symbolizes the merging of the human spirit with the spirit of the animal. Raven as a totem animal can teach the language of animals. With it, you can awaken magic, it gives you the opportunity to become a sorcerer. A time of power for those associated with this totem, the winter sun rises and all the winter months. Inherent, magic, shapeshifting and creativity.
SNAKE,
inherent, rebirth, resurrection, initiation, wisdom. In various religious traditions, the snake is a symbol of higher wisdom and the embodiment of baser instincts. For the Indians, the snake is a symbol of transformation and healing. In Greece, the symbol of alchemy and healing, in India, the goddess Vinata is revered - the mother of snakes, the mistress of the waters and the underworld. Transmutation of snakes (shedding of skin) means gaining higher wisdom, which comes only with time. If the snake has become your totem, in some area of \u200b\u200blife you will have to undergo death and rebirth. It is hardly a question of real death, rather it will be a transformation. Meeting with a snake totem may mean that creative forces are awakening in you. The rattlesnake (you have a rattlesnake's tail, don't you?) is active during cool night hours, intense heat is deadly for it. Working with this totem you will find that the nocturnal lifestyle is more favorable for you. The snake is a symbol of transformation and healing, it is dexterous and agile, if it becomes your totem, then you will acquire new creative powers and wisdom.
It turns out that they, the raven and the snake are connected by the fact that they are characterized by creativity and werewolf, transformation.
WOLF.
People associated with the wolf as a totemic animal are often distinguished by a special expressiveness of gestures, postures and facial expressions. If it is difficult to express your thoughts and feelings, seek help from a wolf, he has a rich facial expression.
Each member of the wolf pack is clearly aware of its place and its relationship with other members of the pack. Another lesson of the wolf as a totem is the lesson of ritualized behavior, thanks to which the hierarchy in the wolf society is maintained. The structure of the wolf pack cannot be called either strictly autocratic or democratic, in the full sense of the word. There are periods when the flock completely submits to the authority of the leader, but at other times *democracy* reigns. It is due to this flexibility that the flock manages to survive. The wolf can teach us a lesson in good government in which there is a balance between the authority of individuals and democracy. The wolf helps us understand that only discipline can provide true freedom.
As a totem, the wolf teaches us to respect and honor family ties and love children.
The energy of the totem wolf can occur at intervals of about two years.
If the wolf is your totem, also study the quality of the raven, as in nature they are related.
People with a wolf totem have a well-developed intuition.
The wolf is characterized by the ability to emotional attachment, which arises quickly and is very persistent. Therefore, another lesson of this totem is the lesson of trust and intuitive impressions and the ability to rely on them in one's emotional attachments. The wolf teaches to listen to the inner voice and this protects against erroneous actions. He will always guard you - sometimes sternly, sometimes affectionately, but always with love. Encountering a wolf as a cat totemic animal means that it is time to breathe new life into daily rituals. We create our own destiny and we manage it ourselves. And if we observe discipline and maintain harmony, we will know the true spirit of freedom.
BAT.
So, there are a lot of misconceptions associated with a bat, like with a wolf. For example, they still believe that mice are the servants of the devil. But there is another, more pleasant for bats, for example, in ancient Babylon it symbolized the souls of the dead, in China, happiness and longevity, in the ancient Maya it personified initiation and rebirth. Jamie Sams and David Carson consider the bat to represent the traditional shamanistic death - the transcendence of the former self, which we no longer need.
If the bat has become your totem, it's time to face your fears and get ready for a big change. It's time to leave the old behind and create something new. With the appearance of a bat as a totem, you can find that something has gone wrong in life.
All change and transformation is a true gift from heaven. The root cause of all change lies within us, and the external world is only a mirror of the internal.
A bat (l.m) can symbolize a meeting with what scares us. L.m. talks about the need to overcome their fears.
L.m. as a totem gives hope, which will allow you to stay afloat in the chaos of change. It symbolizes the ability to rise to new heights.
In the Tarot cards - there is a card of the Hanged Man - he symbolizes the overcoming of obstacles, the perception of higher wisdom and the realization of new truths. There is a connection between him and l.m. - they are similar in meaning. Meditating on this card is useful for everyone who is connected with l. m. as a totem.
L. m. are sociable. Meeting with l. m. indicates either a need for more active communication, or new opportunities for communication with many people.
Magic l.m. sharpens hearing. L.m. awakens the ability to hear the voices of spirits.
If l.m. became your totem, then you promise the ability to recognize the hidden meaning in the words of other people.
LYNX.
If the lynx has become your totem, study the symbolic meaning of the north as the cardinal point. Study the qualities of this animal. "The fate of the lynx is so linked to the fate of the hare... that the eleven-year cycles of population change between the hare and the lynx coincide." The eleven-year cycle is extremely symbolic. From a metaphysical point of view, the number eleven is associated with revelation, inspiration, mysticism and the occult. The characteristic gray coloration of the lynx reinforces this symbolism. Gray is the color of a cloudy veil that hides ancient wisdom and separates the visible from the invisible. The lynx as a totem can overcome this barrier and carry material world knowledge and secrets hidden behind the clouds.
The lynx is considered a sharp-sighted animal, it eats your totem, look around in search of secrets, trust your intuition. With the help of the lynx, you will be able to look into the hearts and thoughts of other people. If the lynx is your totem, in no case do not deceive the trust of other people. As soon as the lynx enters your life as a totem, you will find that others have begun to trust you with their secrets more often, do not be surprised if you find that many people have become uncomfortable with you, they feel that you look into their soul.
To awaken your ability to recognize the hidden at a trot, just sit and watch. By observing how people behave and what they say, you will begin to notice images behind their backs that will reveal the truth to you.
BEAR
associated with the moon symbolism, and therefore - with the subconscious and the sphere of the unconscious. In alchemy, he symbolized the nigredo - the primordial matter, the original state of matter. Therefore, it is associated with the initial stage of any business with primitive instincts.
A bear as a totem can teach you how to draw the resources necessary for survival from internal energy reserves. It will give access to all internal sources of energy - even to those that you are not aware of. By meditating on this totem and working with it, you will be able to find answers to your questions, plunge into the very depths of your soul. If the bear is your totem you have to ask yourself a few questions. are you fair enough? Are the people around you sinning against justice? Is he able to recognize the favorable opportunities that life brings to you? Are you too critical of yourself and others? Perhaps you look at the world through rose-colored glasses? The magic of the bear will teach you to dive into the depths of your own soul and make appropriate decisions.
If the bear is your totem, remember that a bear cub lives in the depths of your soul. From time to time climb trees - at least in order to change the point of view on the surroundings.
For everyone who is connected with the power of the bear, it is important not to hide from life and not fall into continuous hibernation.
Those who are associated with the bear are characterized by the need to dive into the depths of their own "I", isolate themselves from the outside world for a certain period. And after this period they return to the world again and bring new ideas and projects.
If the bear is your totem, then the habit of winter solitude will become very natural for you.
All bears love honey - a symbol of the sweetness of life. They usually find it in tree cavities where wild bees live. This is another confirmation of the close relationship between bears and trees. People associated with this totem must dive into the depths of their "I" and awaken the inner strength, but they will feel a taste for life only after they bring this power to light and find practical application for it. Say everything.
LIZARD.
The lizard is a highly refined animal. Her movements are surprisingly agile. She has four legs, and in running she is able to develop great speed. Some lizards settle in human dwellings. They are beneficial as they destroy harmful insects. The gecko is one of the few reptiles with a voice, and this should be taken into account by everyone associated with this totem. The largest lizard is the giant Komodo monitor lizard that lives in Indonesia, sometimes called the "Dragon of Komodo Island". If possible, determine the species to which your totem belongs and study its individual characteristics.
Most lizards have long tails, which help them maintain their balance and also play an important role in their defense mechanism. On the back of the lizard, as a rule, there is a crest, collar or spikes. All these growths perform protective functions and are endowed with an important symbolic meaning. Some lizards have collars on their necks. The neck is a symbolic bridge between the higher and the lower. Therefore, the lizard as a totem animal will teach you to connect consciousness with the subconscious, reality with dreams. With the help of a lizard, you can master the technique of controlling dreams.
Spikes and a ridge on the back usually indicate an increased sensitivity of the chakras located along the spine. Perhaps you are too - or not enough - sensitive? Are you too picky? Are you missing the obvious facts? The crest and spikes crowning the backs of some lizards may also indicate the activation of kundalini energy, stimulating perception on all levels - physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.
The lizard reacts to the subtle movements of insects. And in order to deceive the victim or protect herself from the enemy, she herself is able to freeze in immobility. These qualities indicate that your intuition and receptivity have been sharply activated, or that this will happen soon. Pay attention to the changes that are happening to you.
The lizard is distinguished from other reptiles by a number of interesting features. Like all reptiles, it has dry skin, and like many reptiles, the lizard has claws. However, its unique property is that the lizard feels the vibrations of the soil - perceives them with its paws, tail and whole body. She has not only sharp eyesight, but also fine hearing.
All these qualities symbolically correlate the lizard with psychic abilities and developed intuition. The magic of the lizard allows us to perceive the subtlest, barely noticeable movements and changes - both physical and intangible - and track them not only in reality, but also in a dream. Many Indian peoples associated the lizard with dreams. The images of dreams often contain information that we perceived, but did not realize. Dreams help us pay attention to it.
If you are connected with a lizard as a totem, trust your intuition first. The lizard is a symbol of heightened sensitivity. You are able to feel many things that others do not. You notice things that elude others. You hear even what was not said aloud. No matter how strange it may seem to you, learn to rely on your impressions.
One of the most notable features of the lizard is its famous ability to throw off its tail. If a predator grabs a lizard by the tail, it simply breaks off, and the lizard escapes unharmed. Pretty soon, she grows a new tail.
So, another of the lessons of the lizard is the ability to get rid of unnecessary attachments. Sometimes it is necessary to break away from one's surroundings, or even part with part of one's own, in order to fulfill one's duty or save oneself from danger. The lizard awakens in us the ability to easily and painlessly move away from everything that burdens us. The lizard will help us break with the past. Meeting this reptile may mean that you need to take on new tasks and follow your impulses,
Like many other reptiles, the lizard loves to sunbathe. This is a cold-blooded animal, so to maintain normal temperature body, it needs an external source of heat. Basking in the sun, the lizard often pretends to be sleeping and thereby misleads insects flying by. The lizard's ability to pretend to be asleep while sunbathing is symbolically associated with control over sleep and dreams. As already mentioned, the lizard helps to better understand and use the dream state more effectively.
SPIDER.
Key concept, creativity, weaving the threads of fate. The spider is a character of many myths and legends. In India, the spider is associated with Maya, the mistress of illusions. In Greek - with Moira, in Scandinavian - with Norns. These are wise old women, spinning, measuring and cutting the threads of human life.
Unlike other insects, in spiders the body is divided into not three, but two parts and has the shape of a figure eight. The figure eight, laid on its side, is a symbol of infinity, an image of the spinning wheel of life. The task of spiritual development is to stay in a fixed point between two turns of the wheel.
The spider helps us maintain a balance between past and future, physical and spiritual, feminine and masculine. The spider tells us that each of our actions weaves a new thread into the fabric of the future.
The spider stimulates our creative flair. The spider sitting in the center of the web is the image of a man standing in the center of his own world.
Because of all these features, the spider in mythical teachings and myths has become associated with the three main forms of magic. The first is the magic and energy of creativity. The second is the practical embodiment of the creative force associated with the feminine energies of creation. The third is the spiral energy that links the past to the future.
The spider is the keeper of knowledge about ancient languages. The spider has long been associated with death and rebirth. This is explained by the fact that the females of some spiders kill and eat the males after copulation. People who are associated with the spider as a totem should maintain a balance of opposite principles in all areas of their lives. Spiders have an amazing combination of fragility and strength, and both of these qualities help them survive. This is an important lesson for all those who work with the spider as a totem.
And lastly, the spider is the guardian of the primordial alphabet. He will teach you how to work miracles with the help of writing.
DOLPHIN.
The key concept is the power of breath and sound (probably the patrons of athletes and singers).
The time of power is all year round.
Dolphin as a totem animal can bestow new creative possibilities and open doors to new worlds. To relieve tension and stress, you can imitate the breathing of a dolphin floating on the surface of the water. Dolphin magic is useful for people suffering from respiratory diseases.
The dolphin breathes and swims in a special rhythm. The key to mastering the power of the dolphin is breath control. If you can establish contact with a dolphin by imitating its breathing, this totem animal will be your guide on the way to mysterious places and times of the era when the great oceans did not yet cover most of the surface of our planet. Dolphin will help you to enter underground caves and penetrate to the primeval sources of your own soul.
For early Christians, the dolphin was a symbol of salvation, and for the ancient Greeks, it was a sacred messenger of the gods and a good personification of the sea element. Often this animal shows sympathy for a person and helps him. The dolphin has a large brain and a highly developed intellect.
If the dolphin has become your totem, ask yourself some important questions. What do you create with your words and thoughts? If you find it difficult to answer this question, the dolphin will help you. How often do you go for walks and breathe fresh air? Is there any hidden tension that torments you and those around you? With the advent of the dolphin, the time has come for you to breathe in the fresh wind of new life.
EAGLE.
The key concept is spiritual enlightenment, healing and creativity. Time of action - All year round in the daytime.
The eagle is one of the largest and most beautiful birds. He was a source of inspiration for representatives of many nations. Eagles are excellent hunters and spend very little time hunting. The fact that they feed from the ground and yet rise to great heights in the sky says a lot about the inner meaning of the eagle as a totemic bird. The eagle will take us into account in balance: it maintains a connection with the earth, but does not belong to it entirely.
In ancient Greece, the eagle was a sacred bird to the god Zeus, the lord of thunder and lightning. The ancient Sumerians also worshiped a deity in the form of an eagle, and among the Hittites, the double-headed eagle emblem served as a symbol that enemies would never take them by surprise. In the system of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs, the eagle denoted the vowel sound "A", and was also a symbol of the soul, spirit and warmth of life. In early Christian mysticism, the eagle was a symbol of resurrection.
The thunder bird of the North American Indians is most often depicted in the guise of an eagle. This great spirit commanded lightning and rain, punished criminals and rewarded worthy people.
Among the Pueblo Indians, the eagle was a celestial bird: they believed that through a hole in the sky it enters the dwelling of the sun. Therefore, the eagle was associated with all the energies of the sun, both physical and spiritual. According to an old belief, an eagle's eyesight becomes dull in old age, and it flies so close to the sun that it scorches its wings. When this happens, the eagle finds a source of pure water and dips into it 3 times. After that, youth returns to him again. This belief has a deep mystical meaning. There is an allusion to resurrection and alchemical transformation here. Solar fire and pure water are 2 opposite elements. Uniting in harmony, they lead to transformation. A person whose totem is an eagle can draw several conclusions for himself from this beautiful legend:
1. The eagle is associated with creative power. 3 - the number of birth and creativity.
2. The eagle symbolizes the readiness to experience extreme, but controlled situations. Therefore, this totem facilitates the flow of alchemical processes that transform our lives.
3. The eagle symbolizes the readiness to direct one's passion for purification (flying towards the sun) and to use one's abilities even in a difficult situation (scorched wings).
4. The eagle symbolizes the readiness to discover your true feelings and immerse yourself in them, thereby rediscovering the "soul of a child" in yourself and awakening to higher forms purity, passion, creativity, healing and spirituality.
Working with the eagle as with a totem bird, you will gain a new vision of the world. The past, present and future will open before you. You must tenaciously grab and use for practical purposes all the opportunities that open up before you in life. You will develop a sense of timing and will more accurately measure your movements.
By recognizing the eagle as your totem, you discover a huge new world for yourself and take on a great responsibility for further spiritual development. But on the other hand, with the help of an eagle, you will learn to travel between worlds, gain the gift of a healer and become a bearer of great creative power.
FOX.
The key concept is the female magic of disguise, shapeshifting and invisibility.
The time of power is night, morning and evening twilight.
The fox as a totemic animal was revered by almost all peoples of the globe. This totem indicates the need to develop the ability to disguise, invisibility and shapeshifting. The fox is one of the most naturally gifted and inventive animals (remember Setton-Thompson's Domino - my note). And she can transfer her skill to everyone who is connected with her energy.
Magic and cunning have been associated with the fox since ancient times. As a nocturnal animal, she was often endowed with supernatural powers. Most often, you can meet her in the morning or evening twilight, during the period of "between times", when the world of people is most closely in contact with the world
magic. The fox lives on the edges of forests, that is, in the border areas. Therefore, she can serve as a guide to the realm of the fairies (probably to some kind of magical world - my note). Meeting her may mean that you will have access to this magical world.
Cherokee Indians used fox magic to help prevent frostbite, and Hopi shamans dressed in fox skins to perform healing rites. The Choctaw considered the fox the protector of the family. In Apache legends, she killed an evil bear, and also stole fire and brought it to people on her tail. In Persia, she was a sacred animal, accompanying the soul of the dead to heaven. In Egypt, fox fur was a talisman that ensured the favor of the gods.
Foxes do not change color throughout the year. The fur serves as excellent camouflage for them. Anyone who works with fox magic must learn the art of disguise. The fox will teach you to blend in with your surroundings, to appear and leave unnoticed, and to move silently without betraying your intentions. Practice, stand against the wall and imagine that you become the same color, or merge with the furniture (it works great in the classroom! - my note), as if dissolving in it. The fox tail is a symbol of controlling female creative forces. If you focus only on the work of creative energies, then you can easily complete any, even the most unexpected and abrupt turn in your life. The tail also helps the fox keep its nose and paws warm. You will learn to defend yourself against everything that may seem cold to you. You will find warmth and comfort in yourself.
Due to the thick fur, the fox seems larger than it is. You may seem more significant than you are. Working with this animal, you will develop this ability and learn how to benefit from it. With it, you will become defensive and will be able to make a great impression on others.
The fox does not like water, but swims well. People associated with this totem are able to draw from an internal source and express feminine energies, creative power in the outside world.
The fox is extremely resilient. You need to learn how to walk with quick small steps: this will be good for health and ensure success in business.
The fox walks and runs "on tiptoe", almost like a cat. This is very important, because it belongs to the canine family, but embodies feline characteristics. And the energy of a cat is a female energy, and this quality means the need for the active assertion of female creative energies.
Foxes have very acute hearing. LRSM has developed the ability to hear what remains unsaid.
Vision and foxes are also very sharp. Although she does not distinguish colors, she can perceive the subtlest shades of luminosity. LRSML with amazing accuracy are able to assess what this or that person is worth. The fox instantly notices moving objects. Thanks to this, LRSML sometimes develop the ability to see the spirit: they literally see the inhabitants of the "twilight zone" - elves and fairies. By letting the fox into your life, you can learn this.
But the most developed of the senses of the fox is the sense of smell. It makes sense for you to study and practice aromatheramia.
Foxes constantly travel within the boundaries of their territory, but still return home regularly.
RACCOON.
Raccoons are truly amazing animals. The raccoon has an incredible adaptive ability. He is able to live even in the city. Also, the raccoon has gained a reputation as a thieving animal, able to get where it is not expected at all.
The raccoon is almost omnivorous, it can eat small animals, but the basis of the diet is the fruits of plants.
Raccoons are extremely curious, which partly explains their habit of climbing into places where they are not expected. They love to explore new places, new territory will cause them great interest.
One of the most notable features of the raccoon is the "mask" on its muzzle. This "mask" has a very important symbolic meaning. With the help of the "mask" you can become anyone and anything. The mask is a symbol of mystery and an instrument of transformation.
Masks are associated with qualities such as ambiguity and evasiveness. Putting on a mask, we cease to be who we previously thought we were.
The raccoon keeps the secret knowledge of how to change his appearance, primarily his face.
If the raccoon is your totem, maybe you should appear before someone in a new mask in order to achieve your goal? Are you hiding your true self from people? Are those around you hiding their "I" from you?
It is also important to remember that raccoons are brave and can be ferocious.
When the raccoon becomes your totem, you will experience its influence for quite some time.
JACKAL.
Jackal, I warn you, I will not write very much about him.
The power of the jackal totem, night and summer sun standing. If the jackal has become your totem, you should study the nature of the jackal as much as possible. Many believe that the jackal is a cowardly animal with terrible habits. This is a huge mistake. The main advantage of the jackal is that he lives in a pack. You must learn to communicate with the outside world, with those who are close to you. Jackals are brave, smart and cunning. The totem will teach you how to get away with it, how to avoid conflict situations and how to find a compromise. Heed his advice, but remember, the jackal loves riddles.
CHIZH.
It is found in wooded areas, in summer the siskin lives in coniferous forests, here it breeds its chicks and from here undertakes its usual wanderings. The siskin is always cheerful, agile and courageous, always keeps its plumage in order, although usually it does not smooth it to the body. The totem teaches that one must always maintain a good mood, despite the troubles and disappointments. A person whose totem is a chizhik loves to travel and explore new places. Long distances do not frighten him, but rather attract and beckon. But do not forget that without the need, the siskin does not sit on the ground, this teaches that actions should be avoided that obviously bring defeat or unwanted consequences. Chizhik is harmless, trusting, sociable and timid, but to a certain extent frivolous.
A person whose totem is a chizhik loves a warm family atmosphere, he is not demanding, understanding and affectionate. Chizhik, like a totem, shows that not everyone around is as evil as it seems at first glance, but we must not forget that this does not make evil people less.
PHOENIX.
A rare totem, most likely, he is a guest in your visions. Phoenix is considered the patron of large time cycles. It also symbolizes death and rebirth. Phoenix carries many concepts and they can be interpreted in different ways, depending on the situation. If the phoenix nevertheless came and appears more than once, take the opportunity to see the universe, since the phoenix bird is the universe. A vision in the form of a phoenix shows that something from distant times should become clear, perhaps it will be the arrival of relatives or memories of ancestors. According to the book of Confucius, the phoenix bird is a male Feng and a female Huang, in a pair they are a symbol of eternal love, this may explain the fact that the phoenix comes before you meet your soul mate. Again, it all depends on the situation.
DOG.
First of all, it is loyalty, but also protection. It is necessary to investigate the individual qualities of the breed to which your totem belongs, because you can’t put Pekingese and Great Dane side by side, they are good in their own way in different actions. Find out what the typical behavior of this dog is. It is also a symbol of protection and protection. In India, the dog is a symbol of the entire caste system, it embodies the idea that small things can become great. v Ancient Greece the dog played the role of a companion of the dead and the guardian of the underworld, in addition, it was a symbol of motherhood. If the dog is your totem, ask yourself questions: is he loyal enough to his friends? Do your friends deceive you? are you true to yourself? shouldn't you devote more time to games and entertainment? Study the area where you live. The dog knows its territory in great detail, and if it has become your totem, the energy of this place will affect you personally. Be vigilant and careful, don't go where you want, learn your way.
ELEPHANT.
It is strength and ancient power. The symbolism of this animal is very rich and varied. For example, the head of an elephant personifies the Indian god Ganesh, the elephant is perceived as a symbol of the power of sexual desire. The elephant was also considered a symbol of the cloud. Clouds are a veil that separates the formed worlds from the formless matter. They are combined with the state of metamorphosis, and if a person meets him as a totem, then most likely he undergoes some kind of transformation. The most remarkable part of an elephant is its trunk. So if your totem is an elephant, then pay attention to pleasant and bad smells - both literally and figuratively. You can start using and working with scented oils and incense. You can find access to new energies and worlds that were not available before. Another notable thing is the tusks. Study the meaning of ivory from a spiritual and metaphysical point of view. He is connected with the underground and terrestrial worlds, he keeps the secrets of roots and plants. If the elephant is your totem, then there is a chance to revive ideal family relationships and social traditions.
Quite a bit about RATs. Rats are a symbol of restlessness and insight. The Rat, in Chinese astrology, rules over the first year of the twelve year cycle. Meeting with her symbolizes the desire for success, but here you need to be careful.
TIGER
a majestic animal that inspires us with admiration and reverence. There are several varieties of tiger - Bengal, Ussuri, etc. - and each of them should be studied separately. The tiger is famous for its ferocity and strength. Unlike others big cats He is an excellent swimmer. Thanks to this, he has access to all the energies and mystical qualities associated with the element of water. Everything
tigresses faithfully take care of their offspring. The mother raises the cubs and teaches them to hunt. Adult tigers prefer solitude and pair up for a short time, only during the mating season. Each tiger controls a huge territory. Many consider the Ussuri tiger to be the most magnificent of the tigers, and most scientists agree that the Ussuri tiger is a native of the northern regions of the Far East. Later, he migrated and settled in areas with a warmer climate. The Ussuri tiger is a tireless traveler. He is able to cover a huge distance in one day. Ussuri tigers prey on all animals, but their favorite prey is the wild boar. The Bengal tiger lives in South Asia. Its main prey is deer. Usually the Bengal tiger lives alternately in several dens, in one of which it raises cubs. At the age of eight weeks, tiger cubs begin to hunt with their mother. A six-month-old tiger already knows how to kill a prey, but it can feed itself only from the age of about sixteen months. Most tigers hunt slowly and silently, and this tactic is desirable to learn for all who are associated with this totem - whatever goal they have outlined for themselves. The tiger can kill prey for the future. He is able to drag a carcass weighing several hundred pounds up to half a kilometer, only to hide it in reserve.
Tigers hunt at night. People associated with this totem work most efficiently during the night hours. The characteristic black and orange stripes of the tiger are associated with the symbolism of new moons and full moons.
Powerful flexible muscles and a soft dense skin of a tiger are associated with sensuality. All cats love to languidly stretch and rub against each other and on various objects. The one whose totem has become a tiger will awaken a special sensitivity to tactile sensations.
There are many myths and beliefs associated with the tiger. Having studied them, you will better understand this totem and, perhaps, learn something about the place of your residence in one of the past incarnations.
In Korea, the tiger is considered the king of beasts. Hindus call it the sacred animal of the goddess Kali, the mistress of creation and destruction, sex and death. In ancient Greece, the tiger was one of the sacred animals of Dionysus, the twice-born god.
A lot of legends and legends about the tiger are known in China. In Chinese astrology, one of the years of the twelve-year cycle is named after the tiger. People born in the Year of the Tiger love adventure. They are colorful and unpredictable, strong and passionate.
In China, the tiger is a symbol of darkness and the new moon, as well as bright light and the full moon. In ancient China, there was a cult of five tigers. The red tiger is a symbol of the south, summer and fire, the black tiger is the north, winter and water, the blue tiger is the east, spring and plants, the white tiger is the west, autumn and metals, and the yellow tiger is the supreme ruler over the other four tigers, the lord of the Earth and all earthly energies.
If the tiger has become your totem, get ready for new adventures. This totem will awaken passions in you and breathe new strength into you. The change will begin six to eight weeks after the first tiger encounter and will last at least a year and a half. Think about what is happening in your life. Shouldn't you awaken in yourself a more passionate thirst for life? Perhaps your thirst for life does not find adequate expression? Do you feel weak and lethargic? If the tiger has become your totem, you will again feel the thirst for life and adventure.
HORSE
An incredible number of myths and beliefs are associated with the horse. More than one book could be written about its significance, because no animal has played such an important role in the development of civilization as the horse.
The horse was associated both with funeral rites and with birth: the souls of people enter this world and leave it on horseback. The Scandinavian god Odin rode an eight-legged stallion. In Hinduism, stallions are harnessed to the chariot of the solar god Surya, and in Greek mythology, to the chariot of Helios.
In Chinese astrology, the horse is associated with qualities such as attractiveness and gift.
Horses symbolize freedom, and sometimes wildness. People born in the Year of the Horse are friendly, adventurous and often extremely emotional.
Before the horse was domesticated, contact between tribes separated from each other by great distances remained minimal. But then the horse became a faithful assistant to man not only in travel, but also in war, in field work and in most other important areas of life. Nowadays, the horse finds its use mainly in the field of entertainment and in agriculture, but her energy as a totem animal is still strong and multifaceted.
The horse allowed people to explore the world and find freedom outside the narrow confines of their native community. Thanks to the horse, people were able to travel and discover all the diversity of life. Most people have a liking for horses. These amazing animals inspire admiration. Sitting in the saddle, we seem to once again doom the primordial force. How many poets have likened the ride on horseback to the free flight of a bird! The horse's run was compared with the breath of the wind and even with the foam of the surf.
The horse was endowed with the ability to predict the future. There are many legends in which horses act as clairvoyant animals, capable of also recognizing people involved in magic. In mystical terms, a horse is one of the embodiments of a magical gift in a person.
The symbolism of the horse is rich and complex. The horse can represent movement and travel. It is possible that she became your totem to help you get moving and head towards your cherished goal. The horse can symbolize desires, primarily sexual desire. The stallion often served as a symbol of sexuality, and the taming of a stallion was a symbol of curbing sex appeal and dangerous passions.
There are many breeds of horses, and each of them is endowed with its own unique talents. Some horses are adapted for riding, others for plowing fields, others for transporting goods, and so on. To understand what role the horse that has become your totem plays in your life, try to determine what breed it belongs to.
Study your totem in relation to your own life. Pay attention to the color of this horse and think about what this color means to you personally. In what form does this horse appear before your mind's eye? Does she run? Or is it always worth it? Are you riding it or looking at it from the side?
If the horse has become your totem, then perhaps it is time for you to explore such aspects of your life as the craving for travel and the thirst for freedom. Do you feel limited in any way? Are you willing to leave the past behind and move on? Perhaps you should release someone from your entourage? Or is it time for you to defend your own freedom and assert your power in some new areas of life? What are you doing to develop civilized relations in your environment? And what do people around you do for this? Do you appreciate the blessings given to you by civilization?
Entering our lives, the horse takes us on a new journey. It teaches us to move in new directions. With its help, we realize and discover our own freedom and strength.
