Owls are mysterious birds that inspire awe and fear in many people. They lead a mysterious nocturnal lifestyle, fly silently, and can scream sharply and frighteningly. These birds appear in the most unexpected places, catch mice and have had an aura of supernatural creatures since ancient times. For many peoples, the owl is a symbol of wisdom. Why the bird is perceived this way and whether it is connected with deep knowledge everywhere - we will look at it in the article.
The history of the appearance of the Owl symbol in different countries of the world
The first information about the importance of owls for people dates back to millennia BC. There were many opinions and signs. She was considered a mysterious bird that held a lot of knowledge.
Because of its nocturnal life, ability to fly, and its strength, the bird represented the patron saint of hunters and was therefore worshiped.
Basically, this is a symbol of wisdom, because before hunting, the owl watches the target for a long time, studies its habitat, behavior and habits in order to know how to attack correctly. She does this thoughtfully and shows rational thinking.
It was believed that if a bird flies over the warriors, the battle will be successful.
If a person was very sick for a long time, and they saw an owl nearby, then perhaps he will die. Some countries, peoples and empires in ancient times attached particular importance to owl symbolism.
- In Greece, the owl accompanied the goddess of wisdom Athena and was her assistant. She constantly sat on her shoulder, watched everything that was happening behind her and reported on it. The bird was also the guardian of the Acropolis. She had a connection with the afterlife.
- In Rome, the bird meant wisdom, femininity, fertility, the animal and plant worlds. Therefore, she was always close to the goddess of the hunt, Diana. The bird also symbolized the god of wisdom and curiosity, Maneuver.
- Among the Celts, owls were a symbol of intelligence, cunning, patience and wisdom. People also believed that eagle owls were guides to the world of the dead.
- In African tribes, owl symbolism was considered a bad omen, except among shamans and sorcerers. But people respected owls because they were good hunters. But white birds were a sign of wisdom and purity, harbingers of goodness, endurance, and prudence.
Variant of the amulet with an owl symbol.
The Slavs had a positive attitude towards these birds. They helped people find lost things.
Also, because of their nocturnal life, predators were considered secret messengers of the gods, because they had a connection with the other world.
In every community there were warriors who imitated them: they drew black circles around their eyes so that they could see well in the dark and attack at night.
Why the owl is the personification of wisdom
Scientists believe that one of the reasons for treating owls as wise birds is their mysterious night cry. There is no sound equal to it in its strength, depth and uniqueness. The bird is capable of not only hooting, but also laughing loudly, causing horror or awe. Her screams have a strange effect not only on people, but also on animals. The owls are answered by wolves, dogs, cows and jackals. Such a roll call excites the imagination and makes one attribute the owl to the divine clan.
According to biologists, the reason for the owl's special wisdom is that its brain mass is greater than that of other birds. The bird is able to hear the slightest rustle and see prey at a considerable distance in the dark. The owl is patient, does not fuss, hunts extremely deliberately, and does not simply rush at the target in the hope of luck.
The appearance of the bird also encourages it to be considered wise. Her head looks like the head of a person with a face reflecting meditation. Perhaps this fact was one of the reasons to consider the bird wise. It is impossible to specifically explain why this happens. People are accustomed to the fact that the owl is a symbol of knowledge, and do not think about the reasons. It is likely that in ancient times the bird somehow manifested itself in this regard. And today all that remains is to believe in the deep supernatural wisdom of the owl.
The meaning of the Owl symbol
The meaning of a symbol varies. It brings together good and bad news and is associated with secret knowledge and magic. The owl, thanks to its rational thinking, has become a symbol of intelligence, wisdom, patience and diligence.
Therefore, its symbolism is often used in many things:
- publications, on books, textbooks and magazines (children's and school);
- notebooks, calendars and postcards;
- medals, figurines and sculptures.
This bird is a symbol of philosophy and science because it exhibits a mind similar to that of a human in its behavior. This opinion was formed not because of the ability to think and reason: to motionlessly stalk a prey at night, to quietly study its habitat and habits.
The bird is also associated with intuition, caution and vigilance, thanks to good hearing and keen eyesight. Therefore, psychics and soothsayers use this image to appeal to the world of the dead, making owl amulets for protection from evil spirits, deception and the evil eye.
The bird will help you understand the dark side of a person’s personality, get rid of prejudices, relieve nervous tension, give confidence and increase internal strength, and thus become a good assistant in doing business.
In Feng Shui philosophy, special attention is paid to the image of an owl. It is a symbol of wealth and a talisman.
Just like the toad, the owl will attract success, help you advance in business and improve your financial situation.
The owl figurine should be placed next to the toad holding coins. To increase income, you should plant the owl on a money tree (it should not be small). So she will also protect wealth.
To improve family relationships, you need a white or golden figurine; it should be placed in the living room or kitchen, depending on where family members are most often located. It is recommended to purchase new products in stores, not in pawn shops or antique shops, so that they do not contain foreign energy. If damage or the evil eye has recently been removed, then the figurine is necessary for protection.
It is better to choose a large figurine
Sign of wealth and prosperity
The wise owl is considered the most effective sign for attracting wealth. The talisman helps to control expenses and in the near future, increase savings, becoming more wealthy.
Owl mascot
For financial stability, buy an owl that sits on a branch or stand. To make the action more effective, it is necessary to supplement the talisman with other attributes of wealth, which include a money frog with a coin in its mouth, a tree of wealth, or coins tied with a red ribbon.
Symbols must be kept away from evil and envious people. By placing several talismans of prosperity at once in the place where your savings are stored, you can significantly activate the energy of wealth and provide your family with a comfortable life.
Variants of Owl mascots and who it suits
The owl mascot has strong energy. The purpose of the amulet depends on its type, details and location.
Women
The meaning of the owl symbol for women is intelligence and cunning without evil thoughts.
A white or golden figurine helps create a strong family. It will help a woman choose the right words in conversations with a man and reduce nervous tension. You can wear a pendant in the shape of an owl.
The bird will also help you make important decisions in life, for example, in work. The amulet must be made of wood, clay or stone.
A girl can use an owl in the form of pendants, jewelry and costume jewelry. For example, rings and bracelets made of gold or silver would be a good option.
Children
To protect against the evil eye, you need to put the figurine in a stroller or crib. The light brown, blue and white owl will help in training.
It is recommended to purchase a figurine or figurine of a bird with open wings or glasses, or standing on a stack of books. It promotes perseverance, reasoning and mental development. A small figurine or symbol of an eagle owl can also be taken to the exam to ensure it is successful.
The owl symbol attracts wisdom
Symbol in the house
Many people do not know what the owl symbolizes in the house, or whether it can be used. This bird is a symbol of intelligence, caution and wisdom, therefore it protects home from evil spirits and accidents, helps to make the right decisions, not make mistakes, spend money rationally and thus save.
If there are constant quarrels in the house, then you cannot use the image and figurine.
For effect, you need to place the figurine in a visible place in the room where family members are often present. You can place it next to the closet or safe where valuables are stored. It is acceptable to place it on the desktop, but not in an empty and cold room, otherwise it may cause harm.
The amulet must be made of gold or silver. These materials increase strength and improve its action. The owl will not affect the energy of other magical figurines in any way and does not depend on them.
This is what a home figurine looks like
She needs constant attention, it is recommended to touch her often, stroke her and talk to her. Then the owl's amulet will correctly direct the energy and will not cause harm. You can give an owl symbol if you wish something good, to protect against the evil eye.
Fairy tale
Once upon a time, an owl was a common bird. Together with other birds and animals, she rejoiced in the sun, light and even sang beautiful songs, just like the nightingale. But one day, one stormy spring, when heavy clouds constantly hid the sunny sky, a sad story happened, which is the story of this tale.
It rained all day, and the Owl hid from it in the hollow of an old, spreading oak tree. It was dark and damp, raindrops were monotonously knocking on the leaves of the trees, and she fell asleep unnoticed. She woke up only at night, from the fact that a silvery, dim light was flowing into the hole of the hollow. The owl looked outside and saw that the rain had stopped, and a huge full Moon was sparkling in the sky, its pale light fell on the night forest, and the raindrops frozen on the leaves caught its reflections and lit up with small silver fireflies. The moon was so beautiful and mysterious, and it seemed to the Owl that she was directing her silvery rays towards her and smiling sadly. Millions of small stars shone and shimmered everywhere, it seemed as if thousands of light diamonds and emeralds were playing in silver rays, and the large disk of the Moon floated royally above them. It seemed that a barely audible slow melody was heard in the night forest.
All night long the Owl admired the heavenly body, watched with bated breath its smooth movement across the sky, and the closer the Moon descended to the edge of the sky, the more
The bird enchanted by her became sadder, and her heart ached more strongly from an incomprehensible sadness. Now the Moon is touching the edge of the horizon, turning paler and paler as the pre-dawn sky becomes lighter... Gradually, Morning comes into its rightful place. Great grief struck the Owl. She fell from the branch, screamed sadly, flapped her wings and flew higher and higher, so that for the last moments she could enjoy the vision disappearing in the dawn, and then the time came when the desired mirage disappeared completely. In deep sadness, the Owl returned to his tree and hid in the hollow, without looking back at the sky, treacherously abandoned by the night queen. The Owl remained in her hollow all day and did not see how the first pink rays of the rising Sun shine in the east, how it rises, illuminates and warms the forest and its inhabitants, awakens them to life in a new day;
But the Owl did not even remember the Sun. As if enchanted, every evening she met the Moon, and all night long she admired the movement of the silvery luminary across the sky, longingly awaiting its disappearance over the horizon. And when the Moon disappeared, the distressed bird, with deep melancholy in its soul, hid in its dark hollow. She didn’t want to see a new day, admire the sun and enjoy the warmth. The Owl is looking forward to when evening comes and she can meet the sunrise of her favorite star.
But Luna doesn’t want to be Owl’s idol at all. Once, sadly looking at the owl from the sky, she quietly said:
- Little owl, you have a headache! Why did you, Owl, forget about the Sun? Why have you been looking at me all night, looking at all your eyes so that they have become round and large? Come to your senses, unfortunate one! After all, I don’t have my own light, I only reflect the one with which the great Sun shines for me!
But the Owl did not understand the words that the Moon said. She was indescribably delighted that the Moon was speaking to her, and from her excitement she did not understand the meaning of the words spoken by the Moon, but could only look at the Moon with adoration.
From that night the Moon began to gradually disappear. If before she was always full, round and light, now, feeling sorry for the Owl, she decided to step into the shadows, in order to at least show that she is not the main one in the sky, she, in comparison with the Sun, is small and dark. But the Owl did not understand this either. Every night, with ever-increasing horror, she watched the waning of the moon. When, one night, not finding the Moon at all in the sky, she fell into such despair that she sobbed all night long, and from that time on, she completely lost her voice and could no longer sing her beautiful songs. Seeing such great grief, the Moon rose to the sky again, but from that time on she rarely shows her true beauty, rarely illuminates the night forest with her rays, because the Moon does not want to be an idol, she tries to remind that it is not good for her to forget about the Sun, because only she gives both warmth and light.
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Meaning in fortune telling, dreams and visions
The bird of wisdom and knowledge will help you foresee the future and reveal magical abilities. In fortune telling, there are different interpretations that describe the owl symbol and what it means. Basically, these are the difficulties ahead. If a person copes with them, then he will have success in future affairs.
Symbolism is mainly used in fortune telling on coffee grounds; it can mean different things depending on its location. For example, on:
- day - a serious illness of the fortuneteller or his loved one;
- bottom wall - quick death is most likely;
- the wall above - a difficult financial situation.
The bird also portends possible mental health problems. Here a lot depends on the person himself. If he can muster the willpower, he can recover.
If a bird appears in a vision, then it thus reports urgent news: white symbolism means good, in plumage of a different color - it means trouble, if it attacks - it means bad.
Reading the results depends on many details and figures nearby:
- an owl on a tree branch - good health;
- a heart is depicted next to the bird - health is good, but you need to give up bad habits;
- big owl - there is a high probability of an accident with serious injuries; you need to be attentive and careful on the road to avoid it.
In fortune telling about personal life, a bird can mean different things. A small image speaks of temporary loneliness. A large owl sitting on a branch portends pleasant changes in relationships and profits. But a bird hanging upside down speaks of possible unpleasant news and quarrels in the family.
The appearance of an owl in dreams means the resolution of difficult situations. She will tell you the answer to your question. To do this, you need to put her figurine or image under the pillow, and in the morning be sure to thank her for her help.
Owl tattoo
Miller's Dream Book
The psychologist interprets the night image strictly negatively. Gustav Miller sees in the bird of prey enemy slander, encroachment, betrayal, and loss.
See
Remember only the vague silhouette of a predator? Such a dream means slander and the danger of attack. People whom you previously recognized as friends will take care of the spread of notoriety.
Owl cry
A gloomy, dull hooting in a dream is a symbol of sorrows, misfortunes, and losses. Bad news, accidents, illnesses may follow. It is recommended to take utmost care in protecting your life and the well-being of your loved ones.
Dead bird
Seeing a corpse is a sign of positive changes. The dead owl prophesies:
- Recovery for the sick person or his family.
- A lucky chance that allows you not to suffer from a disaster. For example, a car will crash, but the sleeping person will not receive a scratch.
A predator who died of natural causes means liberation from old grievances and new friendships.
Image of an Owl in a tattoo
To ensure that the owl is always nearby, protects you from the evil eye and helps you in business, you can get tattoos with its image. A white bird with open eyes is best.
- For longevity, you need to apply an image of an owl next to the hour hands, right in the eye area. This symbolizes the transience of time and long life.
- To improve your financial situation, you should apply an image of an owl with open wings. You can also choose a simple, non-colored tattoo, but with a minimal amount of black, such as a regular outline or a bird with feathers.
The owl is a powerful magical symbol with great power that can protect, help in different situations and provide answers to many questions. Since ancient times, birds have been treated with reverence and care. To use symbolism as a talisman, you should read about what the owl talisman means, where to place and store it correctly, and also how to correctly interpret fortune telling.
Does it help women's happiness?
The image of an owl has feminine energy. Bird figurines are often used as decorations. The meaning of the symbol does not have an unambiguous interpretation. The Slavs associated the owl with a lonely woman and an old maid, sometimes with an unfaithful wife. In Ukraine, the bird is a symbol of marriage. In ancient wedding songs, the bride is called an owl.
For a talisman to bring happiness, it must be used correctly. An owl sharpens character traits such as insight and cunning. It is not recommended to use jewelry for frivolous, hasty and overly cheerful people. Their talisman can involve them in an adventure that they cannot cope with.
The talisman helps you understand your own character, see your strengths and weaknesses. This allows you to adjust your worldview and determine priority areas for self-development.
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Owl as a symbol of wisdom and...
The owl is a very interesting creature, not only for the study of magical animals, but also for symbolism. The owl itself is a symbol of wisdom, but also of darkness and death. But every nation characterizes the owl in seemingly the same way, but also in different ways. The formation of the symbolism of the owl and similar birds is influenced by: nocturnal lifestyle and “fear” of light, the ability to see in the dark, silent flight, predation and a frightening cry, characteristic appearance, “stare” gaze, glowing eyes at night... features of daytime behavior: solitude in a gloomy shelter, almost complete immobility of the bird. Like all birds, the owl is associated with the symbolism of the soul, or rather, with its seeing off to the afterlife. The owl is considered the bird of death in Ancient Egypt, India, Central America, North America, and the Far East. In addition, the image of an owl is characterized by a connection with mystery: secret, often frightening, knowledge, powerful forces of magic and predictions. In modern use, it is a frequent symbol of brand names and emblems of enterprises and organizations related to education and enlightenment, science and publishing. In military symbols, it most often serves as an emblem for reconnaissance units and special forces. Main meanings: insight, prophetic gift, clairvoyance, foresight; wisdom, knowledge and erudition (bookish), rational worldview; meditation, academic pursuits, night studies, medicine; prudence, moderation; thoughtfulness, loneliness, sensitivity, silence, melancholy, sadness; winter, cold, long nights; night, darkness, gloom (twilight, twilight, twilight); harbinger of trouble, bad news, misfortune, death; evil, witch, demon, devil; evil prophecy, evil divination; ignorance, unbelief.
Sumer In ancient Babylon, the cry of an owl in the night was considered the cry of a dead mother, yearning for her children.
Antiquity Associations of owls with wisdom originate from ancient Athens, where the owl was considered a companion and attribute of the goddess of wisdom and learning, Athena. It is in this capacity that the image of an owl is often found on Greek coins. From the Athenian tradition comes the wise owl in European fairy tales and fables, the emblematic image of wisdom - an owl sitting on a stack of books, and the idiom "learned owl" in reference to scientists blinking like these birds behind thick glasses. Owl Prudence is more valuable than eloquence. Symbol of wisdom. dedicated to Minerva “not so much for the sweetness of her voice, but for the seriousness of her gaze and the nobility of her appearance. On the other hand, being a bird of the night, it symbolizes the time of day when silence surrounds us and we can concentrate, digest and organize our thoughts.” “Take owls to Athens” - do something unnecessary, go to Tula with a samovar. The expression “nosta volat” (lat.) goes back to the image of an owl on coins. - “The owl flutters.” Means constant change of money of the owner, especially the one who takes bribes.
Celts Chthonic symbol, “night witch”.
China A “yang” animal with a negative connotation of destructiveness, an antagonist (negative similarity) to the phoenix. Associated with thunder and the summer solstice. Fixed owl eyes are seen as “demonic” and causing illness. Present on funeral urns as a symbol of death. There are ideas that young owls can begin to fly only after they peck out the eyes of their parents. Numerous bronze owl figurines date back to the Shang Dynasty, probably of a benevolent or protective nature.
Japan Death, bad omen.
Mesoamerica In Teotihuacan, the rain goddess was revered in the form of a sacred owl. Among the Yucatan Mayans, the death god Gunhau often carries the head of an owl with him. Among the Aztecs, the owl acts as a nocturnal demonic creature and an evil omen.
North America Wisdom, prophecy. Among the Plains Indians, owl feathers in their headdress have a protective value.
Egypt In one of the papyri, the owl is called a symbol of night, cold, winter, indifference, and belongs to the kingdom of the night Sun, sailing along the underground Nile in a boat from West to East.
Hinduism Emblem of the god of the dead Yama. Vahana (mount) animal of Goddess Durga, manifested as "Kamunda".
Judaism The embodiment of blindness. Companion and attribute of Lilith as a demon of the night.
Christianity In the era of early Christianity, the owl was opposed (as a symbol of secular science) to theology, the cross. As a nocturnal creature, the owl has become a symbol of evil spirits and witchcraft in Christianity; its images in the Christian tradition are a symbol of the blindness of unbelief. Because the owl hides in the dark and is afraid of the light, it has become a symbol of Satan, the forces of darkness. The owl is said to deceive other birds by luring them into bird catchers' nets, just as Satan deceives people. Solitude, sorrow, desolation, bad news. The owl's cry is the "song of death." The owl also symbolized the Jews, who preferred darkness to the light of the Gospel. In the Slavs, the owl belonged to the group of unclean birds and was endowed with demonic properties. According to legends, the appearance of an owl near a house foreshadowed death or fire. In marriage symbolism, she acts as a symbol of a widow or an old maid. The owl symbol was also used as a talisman. The owl is also credited with the role of guardian of underground wealth, treasures, and tear-grass, which helps to open any locks.
Magic
The owl was seen as an accomplice of witches. The association of owls with witches is very old, the earliest mentions of this date back to the 5th century AD. e. At that time, and later, people believed that owls and other animals associated with witches brought evil. In the Arthurian legends, the wizard Merlin is often described with an owl on his shoulder.
In Western European art, owls have long been depicted in connection with dark rituals and witchcraft. The belief that owls are witch animals continued in Europe until the Renaissance. At that time, the total persecution of science had largely ended, and science was separated from superstition and mythology. In medieval heraldry, the owl became the emblem of all scientific (alchemical, scholastic), educational and educational institutions, societies, and began to be used in coats of arms or seals of universities, and later - libraries, museums, etc. In the 18th-19th centuries, the owl began to be used as an emblem in the trademarks of publishing houses, printing houses, on the bookplates of individual scientists, etc.
There was a belief that a witch often had a “familiar” - a creature that was not just a pet, but also a close friend and companion - a “companion”. Such an animal is often a cat, toad, dog, mouse (rat) or owl. Owls, at the same time, usually carried out various assignments for witches.
Emblematics Since antiquity, an attribute of personified Wisdom in the image of Minerva. In this capacity, she is often seen sitting on a pile of books. Attribute of personified Night and Sleep. Present in allegorical images of October (month of death?) and winter. Contrasted with spring birds - the cuckoo and nightingale. There is a famous engraving by Albrecht Durer depicting an owl that cannot stand daylight, contrasted with an eagle that can look at the sun with open eyes. This example is interesting as an example of rethinking an ancient image. “Owls, due to their nature, are of exceptional importance, primarily because they keep their watch at night, therefore they can be likened to vigilant guards and others who belong to the same classification.”
As an image of philosophy and science: “O Greece, you saw yourself as the diamonds of the eyes of Socrates’ owl!” Polish proverb says:
"Every owl looks stupid during the day." (In my opinion, it is very difficult to agree with this). Proverbs, sayings, etc.: “What an owl sings to one, a nightingale sings to another.” “An owl on the roof screams, prophesies someone’s death” - Polish. “A sleepy face like an owl at noon” - Polish.
In general, if you are the Great and Terrible Dark Master, think three times before you go to China with an owl on your shoulder, otherwise you never know what the locals will come up with. But you can go to Greece with confidence, because Athena herself will patronize you.
Symbol of career growth and good luck in business
Do you dream of career growth and successful business? whose wings are spread wide as a sign of determination and desire to move forward will help you . It is worth giving the same to your family and boss, as well as friends.
But in the meeting room and on the table in the office it is better to place a figurine of a bird whose wings are folded. This is a symbol of intelligence, attention, and restrained patience. And for a successful business, the most important thing is to always be focused, think through the decisions you make, and navigate correctly in any situation.
Advice! To establish a love relationship based on reciprocity, feel free to choose a red amulet made of stones or wood. It is better to buy it yourself, because a gifted talisman can attract trouble or a feeling of disappointment.
For happiness, a small amulet with you in your purse , or buy it in the form of a pendant or ring.
