Few birds have as many meanings in the spiritual realm as the Blue Jay. In America, it has several symbolic meanings, including a protector of the forests and a messenger from the gods. Native American lore says that seeing a…
An “unkindness of ravens” and a “murder of crows”-these expressions suggest birds that are well suited to the dark side of life. Both have been considered birds of ill omen for centuries. Large uniformly black birds that look very similar,…
Hummingbirds are associated with a wealth of spiritual and symbolic meanings. They are creatures of joy, traveling from flower to flower in search of nectar. To the Aztec, hummingbirds were a symbol of love; to the Maya, they were messengers…
In most cultures, the owl is also a symbol of wisdom, but what exactiates it from other wise creatures like cats and ravens? The owl is different in that its eyes are unusually large. In many cultures, large, round eyes…
Lately, I’ve been noticing red birds around the city. I first saw one at my favorite cafe and then then noticed many more roosting in trees and flying overhead. I was intrigued by this coincidence of color so I did…
No one knows for sure the origin of the tradition of symbolizing death by birds. We do know that in antiquity, the Greeks and Romans associated some birds with death, as they believed that these creatures were harbingers of disease…
Birds symbolize freedom, transformation, and transcendence. They represent the idea that life is not limited by boundaries. Birds signify a transition from one state to another or movement to higher ground. Birds can also represent understanding that nature isn’t always…
Do you know the spiritual meaning of your favorite bird? How about the meaning behind that cardinal sitting on the fence post? Surprisingly, humans have assigned different symbols to many types of birds throughout history. In this article, we’ll share…
If you’re lucky enough to see a cardinal, you might be wondering what it’s trying to tell you with its bright red plumage, crest and beak. Here are some fun facts about red cardinals, and what they mean. Red Cardinals…
What is it about owls that interests and fascinates us? Is it the enormous eyes and human-like faces with their wise expressions? Is it the beauty of the plumage and silent flight? Or is there perhaps a touch of horror…
