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Bird myths, superstitions, folklore and stories
We tend to take the presence of our feathered friends for granted. You will be surprised how many myths and superstitions there are around the world about birds. Many of these superstitions involve luck, both good and bad.
For example, many cultures consider it an important sign when a bird flies into your home. Some see it as a good luck charm, others find it bad. Below are guides to interpreting the bird in your home. As luck is what most of us wish for, it is widely considered to be great luck when a bird defecates on you – although you may not believe it at the time! In my experience, it generally happens when you’re wearing a clean, ironed shirt and you’re going somewhere pretty important. Even the direction from which a bird calls has meaning. For example, a bird call from the north means tragedy is on the way, while a call from the west brings good luck, a call from the south means the harvest will be plentiful and a call from the east means you will will find true love.
So let’s take a look at this traditional bird folklore.
What does a bird in the house mean?
Many cultures believe that when a bird flies into your home it is an important sign. Here are some of the more common interpretations.
Is it bad luck if a bird flies into your house?
Many believe it means an important message is on the way. The bird is like a messenger from above trying to get your attention and warn you. Many people believe it to be a sign that someone is about to die, but others see it as a portent of a different type of dramatic transformation.
What color and type of bird is it?
If the bird happens to be white, it could mean there is a death, but perhaps not a literal death: a dramatic change, ending, or transformation could be at hand. Scroll down to find out what other bird species and colors you might represent.
What if a bird knocks on your window?
Some cultures believe that birds are the spirits of loved ones who have died. Is this species of bird connected to someone you once knew? Could it be possible that one of your old friends or ancestors is trying to message you?
What if a bird flies into your window? What if it touches the window?
You might soon encounter an obstacle in your life. Keep your eyes peeled for hidden traps and obstacles.
What if the bird dies?
When a wild bird flies into the jar and is killed or knocked unconscious, most cultures see it as a dramatic warning of events to come.
Is the bird trying to get out?
If the bird struggles wildly to get out, flapping and crashing into the glass, it could be a sign you’re trapped too.
In August, the message depends on the bird species.
Below is information on how to interpret the symbolism of many specific bird species.
Raven Myths, Beliefs and Superstitions
Ravens play a large and important role in the mythologies of many cultures.
In Greek mythology, ravens are associated with Apollo, the god of prophecy. Apollo used ravens as guardians, messengers, and spies to learn what was going on in the world.
The raven is the first species of bird mentioned in the Bible (after the flood, Noah releases a raven to see if the waters have receded), and ravens are mentioned many times in both the Old and New Testaments.
In the Koran story, a raven teaches Cain how to bury his murdered brother Abel.
During the Viking Age, the god Odin was closely associated with ravens. In Norse mythology, he had two that served as his eyes and ears: they flew over the world to see and listen, and then perched on his shoulders and told him what they had learned.
Ravens play an important role in the mythologies of the ancient Celts, Native Americans, Hindus, South Asians and even Siberians.
Ravens in the Tower of London
Ravens have long been associated with the infamous Tower of London. It is believed that if the ravens leave the tower, the kingdom will fall and disaster will follow.
To this day, the ravens’ wings are clipped to keep them from leaving the tower. The care of the birds is paid for by the British government and one of the Tower’s carnivores is appointed Ravenmaster to look after the birds. The raven master takes care of the young birds in his home for about six weeks in order to develop a relationship with the growing birds. When fully grown, the ravens are conveniently housed near Wakefield Tower.
The most dangerous time for the ravens in the Tower of London was during the Second World War, when many of them died of shock from the German bombing raids. There was one survivor named Grip. Before the Tower of London reopened to visitors in 1946, the government ensured that a new generation of ravens had already been installed to reassure the public of the safety of the kingdom.
Myths and beliefs about pelicans
Pelicans are considered birds that symbolize self-sacrifice and parents’ love for their children. Perhaps this is because they store food in their pouches and then fetch the food for their chicks when they return to the nest. This simple action may have been misinterpreted in the past. . . People thought the pelican would make the ultimate sacrifice, tearing open its own chest to feed the young with its own flesh and blood.
The mythologies of many cultures contain some variations on the story of a male pelican whose young died or were killed. It is said that after three days of mourning and wailing, the father pelican kills himself so that the young pelicans can rise from the dead safe and sound.
In the Middle Ages, these stories were used as allegories of Christ’s passion and suffering, particularly the wound he suffered when a spear pierced his side. Thomas Aquinas wrote about the “pelican of mercy, Jesus” and St. Gertrude had a vision of Jesus as a pelican feeding his blood to the hungry.
It was also believed that pelicans would only eat just enough food to keep themselves alive, so they were also associated with those who fasted and purified themselves for religious reasons. I have watched pelicans being fed and I can assure you that this last pelican belief is not true!
Beliefs and folklore about Robins
Robins, with their cheerful red breasts, often adorn Christmas cards and decorations, and there are several stories about how the robin got its red breast feathers. In Christian tradition, it is believed that a robin tried to remove the thorns from Jesus’ head during the crucifixion. Its precious drops of blood fell on the bird, staining its breast feathers red forever. In another myth, the robin gained its red breast by flying to the fiery wastes of Hell to carry water to the beaten sinners who suffered there for eternity. It is believed that if they knock on the window or fly into a room, it means that a member of the household will die. It is considered very unlucky to kill a robin. So if you break a robin’s eggs, expect to break something important of yours very soon. Wish you luck when you see the first robin of the year. Even if you see a robin singing outdoors, good weather is on the way. However, if the robin takes shelter between the branches of a tree, it means that it will rain soon. If the first bird you see on Valentine’s Day is a robin, it means you are destined to marry a sailor!
Are peacock feathers lucky or unlucky?
It is often considered bad luck to bring the peacock’s beautiful, iridescent feathers into a home. This is due to the mark at the end of the feather that resembles an eye. The eye on the peacock feather was believed to be a sign of the “evil eye” and that it would bring misfortune and misfortune into your home.
According to Ovids metamorphoses, However, the feather is reminiscent of the hundred-eyed Argus, Hera’s faithful guardian. When Zeus had Argus killed, she honored him in the peacock’s tail full of all-seeing eyes.
In the theater, it is considered unlucky to have peacock feathers on stage or to encompass any part of a costume, prop, or set. Stories have been told of disasters occurring during a performance (such as scenery falling) when peacock feathers were present on stage.
But peacock feathers aren’t always unlucky. Peacocks are the national bird of India. Often interpreted as symbols of spirituality or the third eye, they represent alertness, awareness and protection.
Stories and beliefs about pigeons
Doves have always been considered important religious and spiritual symbols.
They are believed to be the only bird the devil cannot transform into and the only bird immune to the devil’s curses. The dove is the Christian symbol for the Holy Spirit. Today it is also considered a symbol of international peace. Doves are also very associated with lovers, and some couples release white doves when they celebrate their wedding. Perhaps this is because pigeons are meant to mate and be devoted to one another for life. Doves were considered messengers of the Roman goddess of love, Venus, and Native Americans consider the killing of a dove to be bad luck, as doves carry the soul of a lover. A dove was also the bird chosen by Noah to fly off the ark in search of dry land, and according to legend, a kingfisher was also sent. The kingfisher flew so high in the sky that its feathers were colored blue by the sky and bright orange by the sun.
What does it mean when I see a dove?
If a pigeon flies around or knocks on the windows of a sick patient’s house, it means that he will die soon. Miners also take a pigeon near their mine shaft as an omen that danger awaits when they enter the mine…
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