The symbolic meaning of the snake.

The symbolic meaning of the snake. A snake is a complex animal. Most of us will think of its viciousness when we mention it, and we will have an inexplicable fear. Do you know the symbolic meaning of snakes? Come and have a look with me.

Symbolic meaning of snake 1 Symbolic meaning of snake, most and different cultures involve primitive vitality and usually turn our attention to gender (male and female). So the snake crossed the symbolic bridge between the moon and the sun, the relationship between water and fire. Snakes support bold meaning. But they also have two soft, implicit and secret meanings. This makes it a powerful symbol of duality.

As a symbol of American Indians (depending on the country/tribe), snakes can be a symbol of men, associated with lightning, and are considered as highly confident medical personnel. Other tribes tend to belong to the female of snakes and appear in pairs with the mother (earth) and the moon (moon) symbols. Whether it is to improve their male authority, or the snake symbol of Native Americans who are popular in maternal love all over the world, they are highly respected; An element used in a ceremony to arouse strong attention and important influence.

In ancient Celtic, it is extremely natural and intelligent, and this magnificent biological behavior and life cycle are close to the symbol of snakes. From the Celtic point of view, snakes are symbols of secret knowledge, cunning and change. In addition, the symbol of the snake Celtic comes from the observation of the European viper, which is the only species (also a common grass snake) that can tolerate the cold climate of ancient Celtic. In the keen Celtic view, the symbolic transformation of the snake comes from its molting. It keeps the form of physical evidence (getting rid of the old self) and looks more fashionable. The updated version makes the snake a powerful symbol of rebirth and renewal.

As far as the symbolic meaning of mystery (concealment) in Celtic and other cultures is concerned, it can be associated with the detective way of snakes. The saying "slippery like a snake" is a small affirmation of its symbolic secret nature. This has nothing to do with whether it is slippery or not, but how the snake quickly hides in high and low hiding places. Their effective camouflage also symbolizes hiding, shadow fields and secrets. From this point of view, as a totem, snakes provide the talent to operate under radar. Snakes are friends of people who are good at waiting. When the opportunity arises, they will go on strike.

Disappeared in the Leng Yue, summoned by the sun, symbolizing the connection between snakes and the shadow world. It has successfully lived in the dark for a long time. In other words, the snake moves gently to the embrace of the sun, so it encapsulates the creed of ancient magicians and moves with the perfect rhythm of natural forces. Tarot cards reinforce this concept. Tarot cards are great tools based on symbols. The snake is the symbol on the magician's card. Possession of power is the reference of power. Snakes and magicians in tarot cards pay tribute to the energy generated behind the veil. In short, recognize the invisible power and use it.

In East Indian mythology, the snake in Sanskrit is naga, which is related to the element of water. Naga symbolizes emotion, love and the movement of absorbing water. In this light, it is regarded as a female side, which embodies the qualities of self-cultivation, kindness and wisdom. Until today, Hinduism generally believes that all naga can protect all water sources. Naga is also considered as the guardian of treasures and wealth ... If it is (and often is) a scarce resource, it may be water. All these strengthen the symbol of snake's fertility, renewal and cleanliness. In addition, in the Hindu tradition, the snake (naga) is considered to be friendly to human beings. In fact, alchemy literature is full of the image of a tail-biting snake, which symbolizes conceptualizing the whole, embracing the whole consciousness and swallowing it with irresistible passion.

As an animal totem, snakes show our consciousness in all the functions (and more) of symbolic attributes listed on this page. Those who are attracted by snakes (and vice versa) perceive life through an unusual lens. In addition, it should be understood that this article is only a small sample of the symbolic meanings of various snakes that we can obtain. Therefore, I encourage you to slide into your own personal reflection and study and meditate on snakes. You will find that your investment is an infinite return.

The symbolic meaning of snake 2 The first symbolic meaning of snake is malice.

Many people have an inexplicable fear when they think of the snake station. Once a lady was fishing in a pond and suddenly caught a small water snake, which scared the lady to exclaim, threw down the fishing rod like an electric shock and ran away. In fact, this is just an ordinary water snake, not a poisonous snake. So why are people so afraid of snakes? The reason is not only the strange shape of snakes, but also the influence of myths and fables about poisonous snakes on people. There are only a few poisonous snakes in the whole snake family, and few people have been bitten by poisonous snakes. However, the story of the poisonous snake in Guantian has made people have a deep preconceived impression on snakes. Most people are afraid of snakes before they have seen them or even know what they are.

The second symbolic meaning of snakes is insidious indifference.

This is probably related to the fact that snakes are so-called "cold-blooded animals", so cold is also considered to be the characteristic of snakes. In addition, the snake has no vocal cords and can't make a sound, which further deepens its cold impression. Those women who are beautiful in appearance and vicious in heart are called "beauty snakes", and the image of beauty snakes often appears in some literary works about investigation and espionage.

The third symbolic meaning of the snake is unfathomable.

Snakes can crawl without feet, and they often come and go unaffected, which is very mysterious. Mystery leads people to worship snakes. In ancient times, people could do nothing about the harm and threat of snakes. In order to win snakes, they are kind to others, and people worship snakes as gods. Mystery comes with all kinds of taboos. All ethnic groups in our country have taboos on all kinds of snakes. If you avoid saying "snakes have no feet", you are afraid that snakes will really grow feet to chase people; Don't meet snakes, don't use your fingers, and don't see them shed their skin. Folk proverbs in some parts of Guizhou say, "When a snake sheds its skin, it will shed its skin even if it dies"; In some places of Miao nationality, it is forbidden to see snakes passing in front on the way to pick up the bride. People in some places in Anhui dream of snakes, which they think is a sign that someone is plotting against them. Many people avoid the snake's "feet", and even avoid the "two-headed snake", thinking that this is an ominous sign. It is said that Sun Shuai of Chu State in the Warring States Period once saw a two-headed snake when he was a child, which was not a good omen, but Sun Shuai killed and buried the snake in order not to let others see it again. Unexpectedly, Sun Shuai became a famous figure in Chu State. In short, there are many taboos about snakes, and some taboos are still popular today.

The fourth symbolic meaning of snakes is cunning.

This symbolic meaning is "foreign" and comes from the Bible. The Bible says that snakes were created by God. The most cunning of all things, because of its temptation, Eve and Adam in the Garden of Eden stole the fruit of wisdom, Yahya and Xia were driven out of the Garden of Eden, and human beings have "original sin" since then. In order to atone for sin, human beings must worship God and endure all kinds of sufferings. Snakes were also punished. They can only walk on their stomachs, eat dirt all their lives and be enemies of mankind.

The positive symbolism of snakes.

The first symbolic meaning of the front of the snake is auspicious, auspicious and sacred.

People divide snakes into domestic snakes and wild snakes, and some places think it is a good sign to have a domestic snake at home. Abroad, the ancient Egyptians believed that snakes were the protector of the monarch. Pharaoh shaped the image of cobra with gold and precious stones and decorated it as a crown as a symbol of imperial power. In BC, the ambassadors of European countries carved the images of two snakes on crutches, representing the rights of envoys. They were special wands for envoys in international exchanges, and snakes became symbols of state and authority.

The second positive symbolic meaning of snakes is the pursuit of love and happiness. This significance is mainly reflected in the traditional folk story "The Legend of the White Snake".

The third positive symbolic meaning of snakes is longevity, reproduction and wealth. In China culture, snakes and turtles are symbols of longevity. Yoga practitioners believe that snakes can live for 500 years, and there is a force coiled like a snake in the human body, which is called "snake force". With proper practice, this power can be released. Snakes are also a symbol of wealth. Snakes have their own underground kingdom, which contains countless treasures, so people who want to get rich must go to the snake temple to pray devoutly.

The fourth positive symbolic meaning of the snake is medicine and medicine. China folks have the ability to identify herbs with snakes.

Symbolic significance of snake 3 What is the symbolic significance of snake in Zhouyi?

The false alarm of the snake sting master was a false alarm, and strange things also led to jail. The five elements of Agkistrodon halys belong to their own soil, with the orientation as the center. Snakes represent snakes, pythons, gods, ghosts, immortals, ghosts, strange things, wonders (incomprehensible things), slender things, curly things, such as ropes, wires, hoses, things that can be wound, and light rain and rivers. In feng shui, it represents the road (for Tao, beating about the bush, winding path leading to a secluded place). Vipers are bound, surrounded, troubled, entangled and handcuffed. The master of Zhan's personality is exquisite and skillful, and the master of released prisoners is eccentric, hypocritical, hypocritical, scheming and boastful.

The moral of the legendary snake

In ancient records, snakes mostly appeared as ghosts. "Shan Hai Jing" Bashu snake "eats elephants, bones come out at the age of three", and Chai Sang flies snakes. "Continued Natural History" Snake "If it is in the wood, it will be broken, if it is in the middle, it will be harmful"; In Gezhi Jingyuan, people and snakes "stand and walk, and smile when they meet people"; "Youyang Miscellany" contains Sun Shuai beheading a two-headed snake; Chen Ding, a Qing dynasty, called a human snake in the snake spectrum, but the person who picked it up "will come even though the snake is dozens of miles away"; Liang Shaoren's "Measuring Snakes"; Spontaneous snakes in the sacred classics.

But even so, snakes still have a very important position in the myth history of China. Nu Wa and Fuxi in China ancient mythology were both snakeheads. There are also records in "Luling Guangdian Fu", which describe "Fu Xian Li, Nu Wa Snake Body", emperor century, Taoist history, concentrated notes, historical records, and supplements three emperors and five emperors. There are also ancestors of the witch family in history. Legend has it that they are all snake bodies, snake heads or snake tails. There is also a legend that snakes can evolve into dragons by molting again and again, so there are places where snakes are worshipped as gods.