Post by Mysti on Jul 7, 2007 8:25:38 GMT -5
Animal Guides and Allies
Snake
The snake has long been associated with wisdom,reincarnation,and cunning. In the scottish highlands the snake symbolized the cailleach's power.When you see a snake on a journey,prepare to shed something in favor of something greater and better.
Badger
The badger will teach you to fight for your rights and defend your spititual ideas.
Bat
Associated with the underworld,as the bats radar helps it to avoid obstacles and barriers,so it can teach you to do the same thing.
Bear
The bear is noted for its strength and stamina.it can help you find balance and harmony in your life,and the strength to do what is necessary.
Bee
The bee is industrious,single-minded when performing a task,and fearless when defending its home.
Blackbird
Their singing put the listener into a sleep or trance which enables him/her to go to the otherworlds.It was said to impart mystic secrets.
Boar
Afamous irish legendary boar was ORE Triath,which the goddess brigit owned.In the Arthurian tales of the Mabinogion the boar Twrch Trwyth was a terrible foe to Arthur.The white boar of Marvan sent inspiration to its master to write music and poetry.
Bull (Tarbh)
The bull symbolizes strength and potency.The Tar-roo-Ushtey (water bull) is said to haunt the isle of man.
Butterfly
They will teach you to free yourself from self-imposed restrictions and tolook at problems with greater clarity.
Cat (Caoit,Cat)
The cat is a strong protector, especially when facing a confrontational situation.
Cock
In several celtic legends,the cock chases away ghosts and other night terrors by his crowing at dawn.It represents the power of the word to dispel negativity.
Cow (Bo)
The cow was sacred to the goddess brigit.the cow symbolizes contentedness,defending the inner child,and providing for daily needs.
Crane
The crane with its colors of black, white, and red, was a moon bird,sacred to the triple-goddess.Magick,astral travel,learning and keeping secrets,reaching deeper mysteries and truths.
Crow (Badb)
This animal is to be treated with care.along with the raven,the crow is a symbol of conflict and death,an ill-omen associated with such goddesses as macha,badb,and the morrigan.the irish word for crow is badb,which is also the name of a celtic war goddess.Although the crow was ill-omened,it was also considered to be skillful,cunning,single minded,and a bringer of knowledge.It is of value when trickery is needed.It also teaches you to learn from the past but not hold onto it.
Deer (Abhach) or Stag
The deer represents keen scent,grace,swiftness,and gentleness.There are ways of reaching your goals other than force.
Dog(Abach,Mada)or Hound(Cu)
Dogs represent tracking skills, the ability to scent a trail, and companionship.
Dolphin
This creature was associated with sea deities. It deals with dreams and
harmony,and the recognizing and balancing the rhytms of your body
with those of nature.
Dragon (Piastras [payshtha]Horm)
The dragon symbolizes the power of th Elements, especially that of the
Earth,but also of the treasure of the subconscious mind.It may appear
at initiation.
Eagle (Lolair)
The eagle represents swiftness, strength, keen sight, and the knowledge
of magick. It helps you to see hidden spiritual truths.
Eel (As-chu)
The Morrigan took on the form of an eel when she had a magickal
battle with the hero.The eel symbolizes adaptability, wisdom,i nspiration,
and defense.
Fox (Mada Rua)
A reference to cunning, slyness, and ability of the fox to make fools out of those who chase it.The ability to watch the motivations and movements of others while remaining unobserved yourself.
Frog
The frog can also help you find the courage to accept new ideas,nurture
yourself,and find connections between ideas.
Griffin
The protective griffin symbolizes great magick and power.
Hare or Rabbit (Coinin)
Associated with transformation, the receiving of hidden teachings,
and intuitive messages.
Hawk (Aracos)
It symbolizes clear-sightedness and far -memory.If you hear a
hawk cry during a journey,be alert to upcoming situations that
need boldness and decisiveness to keep from being thrown off balance.
Hedgehog
This prickly little creature often shows a need for less defensiveness
and seriousness. Appreciate life more.
Heron
Many of the myths and attributes of the crane are shared by
this bird.
Horse (Cab-all,Capall)
The horse was considered to be a faithful guide to the Otherworlds.
It symbolizes stamina, endurance, and faithfulness.
Lizard
If you see a lizard on a journey, be alert to all below-the-surface activities going on around you.
Lynx
This creature is the keeper of deep secrets and hidden knowledge.It can
help with divinatory skills and the development of psychic sences.Some-
times it symbolizes the need to look deeper within yourself and see
what is hidden.
Magpie
This bird deals with omens and prophecies, the mysteries of life and death.
Mouse (Luch)
The mouse represents secrets,cunning, shyness, the ability to hide in times of danger. Its appearance often signals a need to pay attention to small details, such as the fine print in contracts or the double meaning in words.
Otter (Balgair)
The otter is a strong protector who helps with gaining wisdom,finding inner treasures or valuable talents, faithfulness, and the ability to recover from any crisis. Enjoy life instead of just enduring it.
Owl (Cailleach)
A creature of keen sight in darkness, and a silent and swift hunter. It can help unmask those who would deceive you or take advantage of you.
Pig (Muc)
The writings of Merlin say that he spoke with a little pig in visions. Symbolic of the spiritual food neccessary to the shaman.
Rat (Francach)
Rats are sly, sometimes aggressive, creatures who can track down whatever they seek, defending themselves with great ferociousness.
Raven (Bran)
Take care when dealing with this bird.In Ireland the raven was associated with the battlefields and such goddesses as the Morrigu or the later Welsh Morrigan,just as was the crow. It often represents the upsets and crises of life that are necessary for anything new to be created.
Salmon (Brionnfhionn)
The salmon teaches you how to get in touch with ancestral knowledge and put it to practical use.
Seagull (Faoilean)
Like other birds, they are messengers from the Otherworlds.
Sow (Airc)
The goddess Cerridwen was known as the White Sow, it was associated with the Sacred Cauldron and the granting of inspiration; also a creature of death and rebirth.
Squirrel
Sometimes its appearance heralds changes, even adversities.Plan ahead so that you have time, resources, and energy stored.
Swan (Eala)
Swans also help with the interpretation of dream symbols,transitions,and spiritual evolution.
Turtle
The turtle is a slow-moving, methodical creature, carrying its protection constantly with it. It can teach the shaman to be grounded, how to stay in tune with the Earth energies, the wisdom of flowing with the cycles of life, and to be gentle with the body's needs.
Unicorn
It is the symbol of supreme magickal power. It teaches that every action is creation, so make every day count. It also helps to understand the relationship between physical and spiritual realities
Wolf
The wolf is a cunning, intelligent creature, capable of out-thinking hunters. It can teach you how to read the signs of Nature in everything, how to pass by danger invisibly, how to outwit those who wish you harm, and how to fight when needed.S ometimes the wolf, seen on a journey, will lead you to a spiritual teacher and guide.
Wren (Dryw,Dreoilin)
A sacred bird to th Druids, its musical notes were used for divination. As with many other birds, the wren was considered a messenger from the deities.
~from d.j.conway by ash,oak and thorn
Snake
The snake has long been associated with wisdom,reincarnation,and cunning. In the scottish highlands the snake symbolized the cailleach's power.When you see a snake on a journey,prepare to shed something in favor of something greater and better.
Badger
The badger will teach you to fight for your rights and defend your spititual ideas.
Bat
Associated with the underworld,as the bats radar helps it to avoid obstacles and barriers,so it can teach you to do the same thing.
Bear
The bear is noted for its strength and stamina.it can help you find balance and harmony in your life,and the strength to do what is necessary.
Bee
The bee is industrious,single-minded when performing a task,and fearless when defending its home.
Blackbird
Their singing put the listener into a sleep or trance which enables him/her to go to the otherworlds.It was said to impart mystic secrets.
Boar
Afamous irish legendary boar was ORE Triath,which the goddess brigit owned.In the Arthurian tales of the Mabinogion the boar Twrch Trwyth was a terrible foe to Arthur.The white boar of Marvan sent inspiration to its master to write music and poetry.
Bull (Tarbh)
The bull symbolizes strength and potency.The Tar-roo-Ushtey (water bull) is said to haunt the isle of man.
Butterfly
They will teach you to free yourself from self-imposed restrictions and tolook at problems with greater clarity.
Cat (Caoit,Cat)
The cat is a strong protector, especially when facing a confrontational situation.
Cock
In several celtic legends,the cock chases away ghosts and other night terrors by his crowing at dawn.It represents the power of the word to dispel negativity.
Cow (Bo)
The cow was sacred to the goddess brigit.the cow symbolizes contentedness,defending the inner child,and providing for daily needs.
Crane
The crane with its colors of black, white, and red, was a moon bird,sacred to the triple-goddess.Magick,astral travel,learning and keeping secrets,reaching deeper mysteries and truths.
Crow (Badb)
This animal is to be treated with care.along with the raven,the crow is a symbol of conflict and death,an ill-omen associated with such goddesses as macha,badb,and the morrigan.the irish word for crow is badb,which is also the name of a celtic war goddess.Although the crow was ill-omened,it was also considered to be skillful,cunning,single minded,and a bringer of knowledge.It is of value when trickery is needed.It also teaches you to learn from the past but not hold onto it.
Deer (Abhach) or Stag
The deer represents keen scent,grace,swiftness,and gentleness.There are ways of reaching your goals other than force.
Dog(Abach,Mada)or Hound(Cu)
Dogs represent tracking skills, the ability to scent a trail, and companionship.
Dolphin
This creature was associated with sea deities. It deals with dreams and
harmony,and the recognizing and balancing the rhytms of your body
with those of nature.
Dragon (Piastras [payshtha]Horm)
The dragon symbolizes the power of th Elements, especially that of the
Earth,but also of the treasure of the subconscious mind.It may appear
at initiation.
Eagle (Lolair)
The eagle represents swiftness, strength, keen sight, and the knowledge
of magick. It helps you to see hidden spiritual truths.
Eel (As-chu)
The Morrigan took on the form of an eel when she had a magickal
battle with the hero.The eel symbolizes adaptability, wisdom,i nspiration,
and defense.
Fox (Mada Rua)
A reference to cunning, slyness, and ability of the fox to make fools out of those who chase it.The ability to watch the motivations and movements of others while remaining unobserved yourself.
Frog
The frog can also help you find the courage to accept new ideas,nurture
yourself,and find connections between ideas.
Griffin
The protective griffin symbolizes great magick and power.
Hare or Rabbit (Coinin)
Associated with transformation, the receiving of hidden teachings,
and intuitive messages.
Hawk (Aracos)
It symbolizes clear-sightedness and far -memory.If you hear a
hawk cry during a journey,be alert to upcoming situations that
need boldness and decisiveness to keep from being thrown off balance.
Hedgehog
This prickly little creature often shows a need for less defensiveness
and seriousness. Appreciate life more.
Heron
Many of the myths and attributes of the crane are shared by
this bird.
Horse (Cab-all,Capall)
The horse was considered to be a faithful guide to the Otherworlds.
It symbolizes stamina, endurance, and faithfulness.
Lizard
If you see a lizard on a journey, be alert to all below-the-surface activities going on around you.
Lynx
This creature is the keeper of deep secrets and hidden knowledge.It can
help with divinatory skills and the development of psychic sences.Some-
times it symbolizes the need to look deeper within yourself and see
what is hidden.
Magpie
This bird deals with omens and prophecies, the mysteries of life and death.
Mouse (Luch)
The mouse represents secrets,cunning, shyness, the ability to hide in times of danger. Its appearance often signals a need to pay attention to small details, such as the fine print in contracts or the double meaning in words.
Otter (Balgair)
The otter is a strong protector who helps with gaining wisdom,finding inner treasures or valuable talents, faithfulness, and the ability to recover from any crisis. Enjoy life instead of just enduring it.
Owl (Cailleach)
A creature of keen sight in darkness, and a silent and swift hunter. It can help unmask those who would deceive you or take advantage of you.
Pig (Muc)
The writings of Merlin say that he spoke with a little pig in visions. Symbolic of the spiritual food neccessary to the shaman.
Rat (Francach)
Rats are sly, sometimes aggressive, creatures who can track down whatever they seek, defending themselves with great ferociousness.
Raven (Bran)
Take care when dealing with this bird.In Ireland the raven was associated with the battlefields and such goddesses as the Morrigu or the later Welsh Morrigan,just as was the crow. It often represents the upsets and crises of life that are necessary for anything new to be created.
Salmon (Brionnfhionn)
The salmon teaches you how to get in touch with ancestral knowledge and put it to practical use.
Seagull (Faoilean)
Like other birds, they are messengers from the Otherworlds.
Sow (Airc)
The goddess Cerridwen was known as the White Sow, it was associated with the Sacred Cauldron and the granting of inspiration; also a creature of death and rebirth.
Squirrel
Sometimes its appearance heralds changes, even adversities.Plan ahead so that you have time, resources, and energy stored.
Swan (Eala)
Swans also help with the interpretation of dream symbols,transitions,and spiritual evolution.
Turtle
The turtle is a slow-moving, methodical creature, carrying its protection constantly with it. It can teach the shaman to be grounded, how to stay in tune with the Earth energies, the wisdom of flowing with the cycles of life, and to be gentle with the body's needs.
Unicorn
It is the symbol of supreme magickal power. It teaches that every action is creation, so make every day count. It also helps to understand the relationship between physical and spiritual realities
Wolf
The wolf is a cunning, intelligent creature, capable of out-thinking hunters. It can teach you how to read the signs of Nature in everything, how to pass by danger invisibly, how to outwit those who wish you harm, and how to fight when needed.S ometimes the wolf, seen on a journey, will lead you to a spiritual teacher and guide.
Wren (Dryw,Dreoilin)
A sacred bird to th Druids, its musical notes were used for divination. As with many other birds, the wren was considered a messenger from the deities.
~from d.j.conway by ash,oak and thorn