Symbol Code: SM000830 Symbol Name: Magpie Symbolism (Category: Maya or Illusions )
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 | Magpie symbolic meanings are numerous and varied. This stands to reason because the magpie herself is a varied creature. Her colorful character is a delight to observe with symbolic eyes because she is so unpredictable, high-spirited and expressive.When we observe the magpie's behaviors in nature, we can pick out many strong symbolic messages.These and other oddities in her behavior are symbolic of illusion and perception. The magpie's message her is that not all things are what they appear to be, and we should not set our judgements in stone. Further, this aspect of the magpie is a message that we do not have to be bound to perceptions. In other words, we may want to consider departing from our habitual behaviors and avoid being type-caste into a specific role.
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Symbol Code: SM000881 Symbol Name: Snake and Skull in Mexican Mythology (Category: Maya or Illusions )
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 | Mexican mythology indicates the snake is a symbol of veneration, worship and honor. Often a symbol of great power, resurrection and rebirth, the snake continues to be a powerful emblem of renewal and transition. Further, the snake is recognized as a symbol of humanity as a whole. Interestingly, the Mexican perspective provides hope for mankind to aspire to great heights as it correlates the shedding of the serpent’s skin to man’s ability to change his own circumstances and overcome adversity.To summarize the symbolic meaning of the snake and skull in the Mexican mythological realms indicate: Duality between mans identification with conflict between life and death The impermanence (illusion) associated with this conflict Man’s ability to recognize this message of impermanence Man’s ability to utilize the power available to him to over come this conflict Ultimate ascension & surpassing of conflict & illusion altogether.
Reference:http://www.symbolic-meanings.com/2008/01/30/symbolism-of-snake-and-skull-in-mexican-mythology/ |
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