In the Chinese teachings of Feng Shui, much attention is paid to talismans. According to ancient Asian mythology, figurines of animals and gods attract good luck in business and have a beneficial effect on all areas of life. One of these talismans in Feng Shui is the elephant.
It should be noted that the elephant is revered in many Asian countries. The image of this animal can be found on coins, religious attributes and symbols of power.
What does this big beast represent? Is it possible to use his image and image in the form of a figurine to obtain the desired benefits?
Meaning
According to Feng Shui, an elephant-shaped figurine is a powerful talisman that attracts positive Qi energy into the home. The elephant is a symbol of peace, kindness, wisdom, trust and harmony.
The main purpose of this talisman is to protect the home from negative energy and create an atmosphere of peace and stability in the space.
- A talisman in the shape of an elephant is suitable for those who are not patient and restless enough. It will help you study and achieve your goals, and will protect you from hasty decisions.
- The elephant will be an excellent talisman for those who need to improve their health . In Asian countries, this animal is considered a symbol of health and longevity. It gives a strong body and a strong spirit, and also activates vital energy.
- An elephant mascot is perfect for athletes . In addition to patience and wisdom, the animal is also very hardy. And this quality is necessary for everyone who plays sports.
- This amulet is also interpreted as a symbol of peace. It will help you find harmony with yourself and the people around you, resolve and eliminate all conflicts and quarrels and become a more balanced person. In Feng Shui there are many variations of the elephant figurine. This talisman can be depicted with its trunk raised either up or down. How are these figures different?
Different meanings of the Elephant mascot in different cultures
Elephants have earned respect in different countries of the world and religions. In ancient times they believed that it was 3 elephants that supported the firmament and the planet itself. .
There are different interpretations of the talisman:
- Christianity. The elephant crushing the snake appears as the winner in the confrontation between light and darkness.
- Buddhism . Here the animal is related to the appearance of the Buddha. According to legend, the Mayan queen dreamed of a white elephant entering her right side. The astrologers prophesied to the woman the imminent appearance of a boy who would become a great ruler or an enlightened one. It is a symbol of wisdom, prudence, love and stability.
- Among the peoples of India . The animal is considered the king of beasts, personifies longevity, invincible strength, and health. The ancestor of all elephants is considered to be Airatva, a mythical creature that emerged from the oceans. The image of an elephant is associated with the god Ganesha.
- The Chinese teaching of Feng Shui uses an amulet to attract prosperity. It is believed that a figurine of an animal with a long trunk can attract good luck to a person, just as an elephant does when it drinks water.
Trunk up
Elephants with their trunks raised represent prosperity and prosperity. A figurine with such an elephant will help attract money and protect you from theft and thoughtless expenses.
The owner of such a talisman will become more serious in financial matters , will begin to look at the surrounding reality more soberly, and will certainly know how to properly manage their money. The elephant will protect the welfare of its owner.
It is often customary to hang something on an elephant’s trunk in order to enhance its magical power. This is absolutely forbidden to do this, since by doing this you show disrespect for the talisman. In Feng Shui, the trunk of an elephant is a conductor of Qi energy, so nothing should hang or lie on the figurine.
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trunk down
Elephants with their trunks down are considered symbols of bad luck. But this is not far from the case. The position of the trunk does not have a negative effect if you know where to place this talisman.
If an elephant’s trunk raised up represents the road along which positive Qi energy comes into the house, then a trunk lowered down, on the contrary, takes away negative energy in space. This figurine also symbolizes longevity, fertility and abundance.
It is recommended to keep two elephants in the house with different trunk positions. One will attract positive energy, the other will protect from evil and bad thoughts.
What are the types of elephant figurines according to Feng Shui?
In addition to the position of the trunk, elephant figurines in China also differ in color and number. In Feng Shui, there are four more varieties of this talisman, knowing the meaning of which, you can easily find a suitable amulet.
- The white elephant is designed to protect the home from negative energy and strengthen family ties.
- A figurine of a mother elephant with a baby elephant is considered a talisman of motherhood . This amulet will be good for both childless couples and families with children. The figurine will protect children and help strengthen the bond between adults and children.
- Three elephants mean the unity of heaven, earth and man . Such a talisman helps to find luck and harmony in all areas of life.
- A figurine of seven elephants attracts good luck, health, mutual understanding, money and love to the home.
Elephant as a symbol
Good afternoon, my dear subscribers and guests.
Today I am exhibiting a whole series of vintage brooches from the Animal series.
I want to talk about each symbol separately.
So let's start with the first character. This is an elephant.
In my store there is a brooch in the shape of this majestic animal.
What does the elephant symbolize?
According to Feng Shui, the elephant is a symbol of good luck, prosperity, stability
Probably each of you has seen a figurine of an elephant at least once in your life. Perhaps in a souvenir shop, or perhaps at the home of friends or relatives. Elephants are beautiful, majestic animals that can perfectly decorate a room, but among other things, they can “attract” various benefits into your life. And which ones you will find out after reading this article.
Since ancient times, in Asian countries, people have revered and respected elephants. They were considered symbols of power and wisdom. The leadership qualities of an elephant are manifested in its strength, both spiritual and physical. They are very resilient and have the ability to overcome obstacles in their path. The image of an elephant can still be seen on the emblems of some states. It was considered great happiness for the state if the ruler was endowed with all the qualities of an elephant, such as wisdom, patience, good nature, intelligence, peacefulness, and strong will.
According to the teachings of Feng Shui, the elephant also personifies all of the above qualities, and is also considered a symbol of stability, prosperity, good health, wealth, and great luck.
According to Feng Shui, an important role in the elephant talisman is played by its trunk.
If an elephant's trunk is raised up, this will attract material wealth into your life. It will protect you from unnecessary spending and help you be reasonable in matters related to money.
If the trunk is lowered down, then such an elephant, according to Feng Shui, is a symbol of fertility and abundance. According to another version, it is considered a symbol of longevity. Some say that an elephant with its trunk down is unfavorable as a mascot, but this is not true. Negative consequences are possible from the incorrect positioning of such an elephant in the house, and not from the fact that its trunk is lowered.
Feng Shui elephant figurines can be made of various materials: wood, metal, glass, porcelain, etc.
And there is only one taboo in this rule
Taboo in Feng Shui: you cannot use elephant figurines carved from ivory(!), since such talismans carry the energy of death. And it won't lead to anything good.
According to Feng Shui, the white elephant is used to protect the home from negative energy and helps save the family.
Often in souvenir shops you can find a figurine of a mother elephant with a baby elephant. This tandem symbolizes successful motherhood and is good for families who want to have children. And also for families who already have children. This talisman will protect children from failures in life, as well as promote favorable relationships between parents and children.
According to Feng Shui, three elephants mean the trinity - heaven, earth, man - will help you find harmony in various areas of life.
Seven elephants according to Feng Shui is an auspicious number in Feng Shui, which means a completed cycle (the lunar cycle lasts 7 days). Therefore, according to Feng Shui, 7 elephants will fill your home with seven blessings: great luck, long life, health, love, mutual understanding, happiness and wealth.
There are elephants with additional talismans (for example, with a Feng Shui toad). However, Feng Shui is the science of harmony, and it is not worth overloading one sector with many talismans, so as not to cause an imbalance of energies in the room. According to Feng Shui, the elephant is a self-sufficient talisman that has considerable strength. Therefore, it is better to use it in what is called “pure form”.
Feng Shui place for an elephant in the house
According to Feng Shui, the place in the house for an elephant determines the purpose of its use.
- If you want good luck to always accompany you, then place a figurine of an elephant with its trunk raised on the windowsill, in the direction of a favorable star. And it will attract great luck to your home.
- In order to protect yourself from negativity and unkind people, install a couple of elephants near the front door so that the figures “look” at the people entering. Also, according to Feng Shui, an elephant can rid the house of negative energy coming from sharp corners (the so-called secret arrows). To do this, place the bishop opposite such an “arrow”.
- In the southeast, according to Feng Shui, an elephant is a stable foundation in a financial situation.
- In the northwest, the elephant will “support” the head of the family and help attract a strong assistant or patron into your life.
- A pair of elephants in the bedroom on the nightstand will preserve love and fidelity between spouses.
- If you want to protect yourself from enemies at work, install elephant figurines or hang a picture of an elephant near your workplace.
- If you wear jewelry in the form of an elephant, then the elephant will always bring you luck, love, health and success in business.
In conclusion, I would like to say that when you choose an elephant talisman according to Feng Shui, follow your intuition, and it will not let you down. The main thing is that you like the elephant, and then he will reciprocate your feelings.
I won’t say goodbye to you at this point; a whole series of publications will follow about the symbolism of depicting animals in our lives.
Where to put
An elephant figurine will actively work to attract all benefits only if it stands in the right place. In order to choose the location of the talisman, it is important to first decide on your goals: do you want money or love, do you want to attract good luck or protect your home from negative energy. It is also very important which direction the elephant’s trunk is turned.
A figurine standing at the front door will protect the house from thieves, evil people and negative energy. In this case, the elephant's trunk should be turned towards the door. If the elephant, on the contrary, looks towards the apartment and stands with its tail towards the door, then it will be able to attract good luck and money into the house.
An elephant talisman standing in the southeast will become a strong money talisman, a guarantee of stability and prosperity for the whole family. An elephant located in the northwest will enhance the energy of the owner of the house, the head of the family.
It will also improve the health of all men in the house. If the amulet is in the house of a single woman, then it will be able to attract a strong patron and protector into her life. In the bedroom , in the bedside area, it is best to place two elephants as a symbol of love and fidelity.
If you feel tension and negative energy in the house, then try placing several elephants in the corners of the apartment at night so that the trunk is turned into a corner. According to Feng Shui, all the negative energy of space is concentrated in the corners. And this talisman can cleanse your home of negativity.
Number of figures
You can find various figures on sale. Each will have its own meaning and action. The number of elephants has a big influence:
- 1. Protects against negative energy and brings good luck to the house. Add attractiveness to your owner and increase self-esteem.
- 2. Will help you meet your loved one.
- Elephant with baby or couple. This is a symbol of the birth of offspring, the protection of children and the strengthening of family ties.
- 3. Contribute to the birth of the baby.
- 4.0 They will help the owner get rich and bring stability to the house.
- 5. They will attract changes in life and help in new endeavors.
- 6. Help in love and communication with your other half.
- 7. A magic number that represents complete harmony of good.
- 8. They will protect you in difficult situations and help you find the right solution.
- 9. Promote the development of mental abilities.
- 10. They promise dramatic changes for the better.
- 11. Give the owner health, strength and good spirits.
Attention! When purchasing a figurine, you should find out its features and secret meaning in advance.
Amulet of family and harmony – 7 elephants
7 elephants can bring complete well-being in everything. The symbol is initially endowed with powerful power, as it combines the number 7, which is very significant for everyone.
The talisman is considered a model of harmony and balance and carries everything you need for a happy life.
On the desktop
This figurine can often be found in offices, since the elephant is perhaps the most common talisman for a successful career and attracting wealth. The energy of calm and confidence that the figure radiates helps both businessmen and ordinary workers.
Standing on the desktop, it helps make important decisions, thinking and analyzing all the nuances. The elephant protects against hasty and emotional actions and decisions, wrong actions and mistakes. Granting wisdom and balance , the talisman helps achieve goals.
If on the desktop the elephant is turned with its trunk towards the face of its owner, then it will influence him directly: give strength, wisdom and knowledge. If the elephant looks at the space around him, then his influence will spread to all the people around him.
In conclusion, I would like to note the inadmissibility of using some figurines in the form of elephants. You cannot buy or give an ivory figurine. Such an elephant amulet in Feng Shui is considered a symbol of failure and even death. Also, you should not keep a figurine of an elephant in your house, which is decorated with other symbols of good luck according to Feng Shui.
On the shelves of souvenir shops you can often see a figurine of an elephant with a coin in its trunk or with a toad on its back. Such elements, in fact, should enhance the effect of the talisman. But in reality they lead to an imbalance of energy.
