Magpies, historically speaking, are very symbolic birds. We’ve always attached significance to their appearance in our lives. From simple magpie nursery rhymes to associations with Chinese Empires and Scandinavian forest creatures. So, there’s a lot to learn about the meaning associated with magpies—read on! Freedom & Birds Freedom is intrinsically linked with birds. It’s not … Read more
Puffins are interesting birds, both in behavior and in appearance. Therefore, it’s only natural that should an encounter with a puffin would feel spiritually significant. As you read on, you’ll learn that puffins have long been seen as spiritual birds. In fact, puffins convey lots of symbolic meanings and messages. Their striking coloration, of course, … Read more
Have you recently found a yellow feather on the ground? If so, you might be wondering about its spiritual meaning. Read on to find out about the spiritual meaning, signs, symbols, and omens associated with yellow feathers. Feathers Around the World While yellow feathers do carry their own specific meaning, it’s important to first understand … Read more
Red feathers—what do they mean? You might have found a red feather in your path. So, naturally, you might start to wonder what the spiritual meaning of a red feather is. Also, you might be curious about any omens or symbolism associated with a red feather. Feathers Around the World Before we get into red … Read more
So you found a black feather? Naturally, you might be wondering what it means. Read on to learn about the spiritual meaning, signs, symbols, and omens associated with black feathers. Feathers Around the World Before examining the specific meaning of a black feather, we should consider the meaning of all feathers. Asking “what do feathers … Read more
The dragonfly is an elegant creature that easily captures the imagination. So, it’s no surprise that the dragonfly is full of spiritual and metaphysical meaning. Many different cultures have legends and beliefs about dragonflies being messengers from the other side. For instance, one of my most cherished memories happened after the funeral of my father. … Read more
Oh joy, the horse fly! One of my most vivid childhood memories is of taking a refreshing dip in a friend’s pool at the end of a long summer’s day. The weather was absolutely sweltering, it was very hot in the deep south. So, we went for a nice, relaxing swim in the cool water. … Read more
Have you ever been in a park enjoying a nice spring day, only to have a huge bee start hovering near you? Have you felt chased by a giant black bee? For example, I have several that fly near me every day when I walk out to my car. It can be scary! Why do … Read more
A dead bird is always such an unpleasant sight. Because we hold them up as paragons of grace and freedom, it can be extremely upsetting to see them dead—robbed of their freedom and strewn upon the ground, graceless and gone. So, those of us attuned to spiritual thinking, might immediately question: is there an omen … Read more
The gladious flower (plural gladioli) is as rich in symbolism as it is in color. This beautiful bulb (technically a corm) flower conveys a compelling spiritual meaning. Additionally, a gladioli very well be a powerful omen in the right circumstances. What marks the presence of gladioli in your life as significant or not is only … Read more