I have been making my shamanic journeys with my spirit animal, and then suddenly, I have begun to see another spirit animal. But wait a minute, “can your spirit animal change?” was my question. 

Yes, your spirit animal can change over time depending on what spirit animal type we are talking about. 

Ok, let’s dive deep to explore this question. Are you joining?

How many spirit animals can you have?

In Mayan culture, there are four types of spirit animals. The spirit animals that;

1. will guide you all your life
2. come to you for a period
3. is the messenger of your shadow
4. are in the physical world

The number one, the spirit animal that will guide you all your life is, in most cases, just one. That spirit animal would be with you all your life. 

Your lifelong spirit animal would rarely change. 

However, you can have more spirit animals such as seasonal spirit animals that bring messages or seasonal spirit animals for choice or Shadow spirit animals or Spirit animals in the physical world.

These spirit animals would come temporarily to your life. 

You can read more about these different kinds of spirit animals here and here. 

How many spirit animals can you have at once?

Even though you can have one spirit animal that will guide you during your journey, you can have more spirit animals at a specific time according to your needs. 

I do not have a fixed number about that, and I am not sure if anybody can give that.

Just before a significant life event in my life, I had three spirit animals at once. 

One was the spirit animal that guided me all my life. 

The next one was a spirit animal that I saw in physical life. 

Then, lastly, I had a messenger spirit animal that joined five shamanic journeys during that period and then disappeared. 

How many different spirit animals are there?

In Native American Vault website, it says that; 

“Native American tradition provides that each individual is associated with nine different animals that will complement each person through life, acting as guides.”

This is the only information I could find about this question. 

Are spirit animals Native American culture?

Spirit animals come from Native American culture, whereas Shamanism has been used in all different ancient cultures worldwide.

I am not sure if the term “spirit animal” existed in different shamanic beliefs. 

The only information that I could find was about “fylgja.”

According to Wikipedia: 

In Norse mythology, a fylgja is a supernatural being or spirit which accompanies a person in connection to their fate or fortune.

Alternative to spirit animal

Alternatively to the spirit animal, there are other synonyms. Or other guides are supporting you in your life journey.

Animal spirit vs. human spirit

In our life journey, we are not alone. Different spirits are supporting us. 

Especially those human spirits who have walked the same path and reached union with God are supporting us in this journey. 

I have written more about this here.

Spirit animal vs. totem animal

Are spirit animals and totems the same?

Even though spirit animals and totems are very similar, there is a slight difference between them.

What are spirit animal totems?

Let’s look at the difference of the spirit animal and totem via the explanations in different books by various writers: 

 Skye Alexander, The Secret Power of Spirit Animal

“You’ve probably heard of “totems.” 

The term refers to an animal, bird, reptile, fish, or insect with which you feel a strong and perhaps inexplicable affinity. 

A totem is your primary spirit animal guardian or the guardian of your family or group. 

Some indigenous tribes in North America carved totem poles depicting the various animals that protected their people and brought blessings to them. 

Archeologists have discovered animal figurines buried in tombs around the world, perhaps placed there to guide human souls into the spirit realm.”

 Steven Farmer, Pocket Guide to Spirit Animals

“The term totem animal has two meanings. First, a totem animal is typically shared by a family, clan, or group. 

In many indigenous cultures, the family you were born into will have a totem animal in common. 

In modern societies, various groups also have communal totems, such as sports teams or clubs that identify with a totem animal. 

The second meaning of totem animal is a symbolic object of a particular animal, such as the small wolf, tortoise, raccoon, and hawk glass figures I mentioned earlier sitting by my computer. 

We often give our children totem animals, such as teddy bears or bunny rabbits to give them comfort.”

Ayşe Nilgün Arıt, Sacred Guides in Shamanism

“Spirit animals are expressions of animal energies that will be guided and taught in strengthening intuition. They are considered to shed light on people with their healing powers and inspiring wisdom.

The word Totem, which has a similar meaning, was borrowed from the indigenous peoples of North America and Canada, the Anishinaabes and Ojibwes, from the words “odoodeman” and “oto-te-man,” meaning blood ties, kinship.

Alternative to saying spirit animal: synonym for spirit animal

Spirit animal vs. animal spirit

Instead of the animal spirit, we use spirit animals. As spirit animals are spirits in the animal form. 

Spirit animal vs. spirit guide

You can use both the terms spirit animal and spirit guide.

Spirit animal vs. alebrije

Spirit animal and alebrije were unrelated terms, whereas somehow they have been connected. 

First, let’s look at what alebrije is: 

Here is the story of alebrije according to WhaleBone magazine;

“When Pedro Linares woke from a fever dream, seemingly terrifying creatures followed him back from his sleep. 

In the dream, the fantastical beasts formed in the dark wilderness, and he could hear them chattering and chanting on word over and over: “alebrije…alebrije…alebrije.” 

At first, he found them threatening, then later, as his illness cleared, he began to believe the mystical animals came to protect him and helped make him healthy again. 

The Oaxacan artist rendered the visions in paper mâché, though his first attempts were too frightening for most; he then developed the extravagantly colored and more whimsical alebrije in the late 1930s that went on to become a folk art tradition. 

Linares beasts crossed into the art world when they caught the attention of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera who commissioned him to create alebrijes for them.”

Afterward, alebrijes were presented as spirit animals with vibrant colors in the popular Pixar film “Coco.”

Spirit animal vs. power animal

You can use power animal and spirit animal interchangeably. 

Steven farmer and spiritanimal.info say that there are slight differences. 

What is a power animal?

Let’s look at what they say;

According to Steven Farmer in Pocket Guide to Spirit Animals

“The term power animal has its origins in Shamanism. 

This is a specialized animal spirit guide that shamans or shamanic practitioners acquire early in their initiation into their practice. 

Their power animal travels with them whenever they go on a shamanic journey, which is an altered state of awareness where the practitioner sends their soul or consciousness into non-ordinary reality—a shamanic term for the spirit world —to receive teachings, guidance, and healings.”

According to spiritanimal.info;

“Spirit animals are typically associated with traditional as well as modern Western shamanic practices. 

During initiations or shamanic journeys, the shaman would find one or several animals that she or another person is associated with. 

Traditionally, the spirit animal is used for guidance.

Think of your spirit animal as a guardian spirit or spirit guide. It can play the role of protector and provide guidance.

 It’s like a “personal guide or protector” with a personal affinity with the person it’s associated with.

Whereas power animals are;

In addition, the spirit of the animal could unite with the person it “chose” in more personal ways, and one will often find similarities in traits of personality, characteristics, and synchronicity between the two. 

As such, the power or essence of the animal can be felt or communicated. 

In that sense, spirit animals can also be referred to as “power animals.”

Can a spirit animal be an insect?

Again in the book of Steven Farmer, I have seen such a description about insects: 

“Although every creature on the planet can be an animal spirit guide, in most shamanic traditions, domesticated animals can’t be power animals because they’ve lost much of their wildness and are removed from the natural world. 

Likewise, some traditions believe that insects are to be excluded from being power animals because of their size and nature.”

Conclusion

Your lifelong spirit animal will probably be there with you in your shamanic journeys and will not change all your life. 

Maybe sometimes, you will meet with some additional spirit animals lighting your way. 

We are talking about a real adventure, my friend. So come with an open mind and open heart. 

And wander around. 

Check our other articles around the topic:

• What Is the Meaning of a Spirit Animal?
• If You Ask What Spirit Animal Is Yours, Learn Here How to Find
• How To Shamanic Journey?
• What Is Shamanic Journey Drumming and How Does Shamanic Drumming Work?
• How Do I Talk To The Universe?
• How To Connect with Your Spirit Guides?

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My spirit animal is a phoenix.

I call him anqa, and the analog motif I like most is the Simurgh between all because of my connection to my land.

If you have never heard the legend of Simurgh, come closer and drink this story and let it sink into your inner self.

Then witness what its message for you is.

If you are interested in phoenix, then this article would get your interest as well. So feel free to enjoy:

• The symbolism of Phoenix: Phoenix symbolism in Egypt, Greek, and Christianity
• The symbolism of Phoenix: Phoenix symbolism in China, Japan, Georgia, and Slav Mythology
• The symbolism of Phoenix: Phoenix symbolism in Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism
• What Phoenix Means and What Does Phoenix Represent?
• Can A Phoenix Be a Spirit Animal?

What is the ultimate meaning of the Simurgh?

Simurgh is related to the phoenix in Persian culture.

It is known as Anka or Zumrudu Anka in those cultures that are being affected by Islam.

It is a massive creature with the feather of peacock, Lion claw, head of a dog, and wings.

Sometimes it is also described with the face of a human.

The Simurgh (also spelled Simoorg, Simorq, Simourv, Simorgh, or Simorg) means thirty birds in the Persian language (‘si’ representing thirty and ‘murgh’ meaning birds).

This bird is so old that it has all the information of all ages and has seen the destruction of the Earth three times.

Simurgh was able to think and speak like a human and was very wise.

He was giving consultancy to kings.

According to legends, he was living on the top of the Qaf mountain. Mount Qaf is a legendary mountain in the popular mythology of the Middle East.

In Islamic tradition, Mount Qaf is the homeland of the jinn and was made out of shining emerald by God.

He lived in a mansion-like nest with poles made of ebony, sandalwood, and gall.

It was so big that the sky was getting dark when he was flying, and it looked like a vast cloud.

The Simurgh was purifying the land and waters and hence bestowed fertility.

The creature represented the union between the Earth and the sky, serving as a mediator and messenger.

The Simurgh roosted in Gaokerena, the Hōm (Avestan: Haoma) Tree of Life, which stands in the middle of the world sea (Vourukasha).

The plant is potent medicine and is called all-healing, and the seeds of all plants deposit on it.

When the Simurgh took flight, the leaves of the tree of life shook, making all the seeds of every plant fall out.

These seeds floated around the world on the winds of Vayu-Vata and the rains of Tishtrya, in cosmology taking root to become every type of plant that ever lived and curing all the illnesses of humanity.

What does Simurgh represent and symbolize?

Simorgh symbolizes the God in the Sufi poem Ferîdüddîn-i Attâr’s work; Mantiq-al-Tayr (The Conference of the Birds).

It symbolized abstinent in the epic Shahnameh.

Who wrote the story of Simurgh?

Sufi poem Ferîdüddîn-i Attâr’s wrote the story of Simurgh in Mantiq-al-Tayr (The Conference of the Birds).

Simorgh also plays a vital role in the verse epic Shahnameh, which contains the stories of Iranian kings and heroes.

What is the story behind the Phoenix Simurgh in the verse epic Shahnameh?

When Zal was born with white hair, his father was afraid, thinking it would bring bad luck.

So he left the baby alone outside.

Simurgh saved the kid and took care of him.

When he grew, he became a hero, and Simorgh brought him back to his father to unite.

When he was leaving, Simorgh gave one of his feathers to Zal, saying that he just needed to burn it when he needed help so that Simorgh would come back.

Years later, when Zal needed help for his wife, he burned the feather, and Simurgh came and helped his wife give birth.

It symbolized abstinent.

What is the conference of the birds about?

Conference of birds is a Persian Simurgh poem by Sufi poet Faridud-Din Attar, commonly known as Attar of Nishapur.

The title is taken directly from the Qur’an, 27:16, where Sulayman (Solomon) and Dāwūd (David) are said to have been taught the language, or speech, of the birds (manṭiq al-ṭayr).

The conference of the birds summary: What happens in the conference of the birds?

Simurgh, which was reborn from its ashes by burning in its fire, lived in the branches of the Tree of Knowledge and knew everything.

Birds believe in Simurgh and think that he will save them.

They believe that Simurghwill finds a solution to everything that goes wrong.

However, as long as Simurghdid not appear, the birds stopped waiting and finally gave up hope.

One day, a flock of birds found a feather from Simurgh’s wing and called to other birds.

All the birds in the world who heard the call and believed that Simurgh existed gathered together.

Together, they decided to go before him and ask for help in the guidance of the bird Hudhud (hoopoe), the king of the birds.

Hudhud was, according to the Quran, the messenger, and envoy of the Prophet Sulayman.

The birds set out to seek Simurg under Hudhud’s guidance.

But over time, they got tired and started to make excuses for Hudhud. Hudhud gave correct and convincing answers to all of them and explained the extraordinary features and beauties of Simurgh.

However, Simurgh’s home was on top of Mount Qaf.

Moreover, to get there, it was necessary to cross seven different valleys, each more difficult than the other, with a different emotion hidden in each.

The birds started their journey by flying towards the sky together.

Those with little will and determination poured out on the road one by one.

Some got tired, fell, and gave up while passing through the valleys.

First, nightingale remembered rose’s love for him and said, “If she gets sad, I will die,” and he returned from her longing.

However, his longing for the rose would never end.

The parrot said, “I have gorgeous feathers. Flying this much makes them old; I can’t help my feathers,” and stopped flying.

And because of their beautiful feathers, they were always kept in cages and spent their lives in cells.

The eagle could not leave his kingdom on high.

The owl missed its ruins.

The heron bird missed its swamp.

In each valley, a trap of emotion discouraged some birds from the journey, and they returned.

As they flew over the valleys, the number of birds gradually decreased. Finally, when they reached Mount Qaf, thirty birds remained.

They looked; neither the Tree of Knowledge nor Simurgh were there.

They understood that the real journey was a journey to oneself.

The savior wise bird was the bird that crossed these seven valleys, and they understood that;

Each one is a Simurgh!

What are the seven valleys in Conference of the Birds?

In Sholeh Wolpé’s translation of the conference of the birds, these seven valleys are as such:

1. Valley of the Quest, where the Wayfarer begins by casting aside all dogma, belief, and unbelief.

2. Valley of Love, where reason is abandoned for the sake of love.

3. Valley of Knowledge, where worldly knowledge becomes utterly useless.

4. Valley of Detachment, where all desires and attachments to the world are given up. Here, what is assumed to be “reality” vanishes.

5. Valley of Unity, where the Wayfarer realizes that everything is connected and that the Beloved is beyond everything, including harmony, diversity, and eternity.

6. Valley of Wonderment, where, entranced by the beauty of the Beloved, the Wayfarer becomes perplexed and, steeped in awe, finds that they have never known or understood anything.

7. Valley of Poverty and Annihilation, where the self disappears into the universe, and the Wayfarer becomes timeless, existing in the past and the future.

The Conference of the birds quotes

“If Simorgh unveils its face to you, you will find

that all the birds, be they thirty or forty or more,

are but the shadows cast by that unveiling.

What shadow is ever separated from its maker?

Do you see?

The shadow and its makers are the same,

so get over surfaces and delve into mysteries”

“The Beginning is lost;

the End stretches into eternity.

Don’t bother with them, they’re all irrelevant.

And since all is really nothing,

then nothing is; indeed everything.”

“When they had understood the hoopoe’s words,

A clamor of complaint rose from the birds:

‘Although we recognize you as our guide,

You must accept – it cannot be denied –

We are a wretched, flimsy crew at best,

And lack the bare essentials for this quest.

Our feathers and our wings, our bodies’ strength

Are quite unequal to the journey’s length;

For one of us to reach the Simorgh’s throne

Would be miraculous, a thing unknown.

[…] He seems like Solomon, and we like ants;

How can mere ants climb from their darkened pit

Up to the Simorgh’s realm? And is it fit

That beggars try the glory of a king?

However, could they manage such a thing?’

The hoopoe answered them: ‘How can love thrive

in hearts impoverished and half alive?

“Beggars,” you say – such niggling poverty

Will not encourage truth or charity.

A man whose eyes love opens risks his soul –

His dancing breaks beyond the mind’s control.

[…] Your heart is not a mirror-bright and clear

If there the Simorgh’s form does not appear;

No one can bear His beauty face to face,

And for this reason, of His perfect grace,

He makes a mirror in our hearts – look there

To see Him, search your hearts with anxious care.”

“It was in China, late one moonless night,

The Simorgh first appeared to mortal sight –

He let a feather float down through the air,

And rumors of its fame spread everywhere…”

What is the message of the Conference of the Birds?

The hoopoe, the guiding bird in “The Conference of the Birds,” symbolizes a Sufi mentor, and the valleys represent the spiritual levels that the Sufi is supposed to pass through.

Each of the other birds represents various human characteristics.

For example, the nightingale represents someone who is possessed by worldly things and forgets their creator.

The parrot clings to worldly goods in fear of death.

The peacock is obsessed with the piece and misses the whole.

The partridge cannot reach its main goal due to its worldly ambitions.

Moreover, the story shows us that the actual journey is the journey to oneself.

Simurgh is somehow symbolized with God, and where one can find God is in the heart of its own.

As the hadith shows us:

“I did not fit in the universe, in the sky, but the heart of the believer.”

Hadith

Conclusion

It is hard to explain what Simurgh means or the message of the conference of birds.

Because there is never one.

When you read them, be aware of the coincidences around you.

Today I joined a group reading Fusus al-Hikam from Ibn Arabi, and there a sentence from the chapter “of the sublime wisdom in the world of Ismael” just reminded me of Simurgh:

“Know that He who is called Allah is One in the Essence and all by his names, and all conditioned being is only attached (as such) to God by his own Lord (Rabb) exclusively: for its impossible that the totality (of the names of the divine aspects) correspond to a particular being. “

Fusus al-Hikam, Ibn Arabi

That is why Simurgh represents 30 birds, maybe.

Life is a journey of getting closer to the One until there is no anything called One anymore.

If you liked this article, get a look at other articles related to the symbolism of the phoenix:

• The symbolism of Phoenix: Phoenix symbolism in Egypt, Greek, and Christianity
• The symbolism of Phoenix: Phoenix symbolism in China, Japan, Georgia, and Slav Mythology
• The symbolism of Phoenix: Phoenix symbolism in Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism
• What Phoenix Means and What Does Phoenix Represent?
• Can A Phoenix Be a Spirit Animal?

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In our spiritual journey, we have many different tools helping us to know ourselves better. Zodiac signs are one of them as well as spirit animals. But do spirit animals and zodiac signs are somehow related?

There is not any easy answer for that. That is why I have created this article to elaborate on this question.

Join me while we are answering one by one.

Do zodiac signs have spirit animals?

Zodiac signs do not directly determine your spirit animals. Therefore, the spirit animals can be different for people with the same zodiac signs.

Spirit animal and astrology

When you have a particular zodiac sign, it influences your behavior and characteristics. So that gives us some possibilities on which animals can be your spiritual guide.

That’s why I have researched different astrological signs and tried to understand what spirit animal you can have depending on your zodiac sign.

Keep in mind that these are only guesses and not confident. To be sure, you need to find your spirit animal through a shamanic journey.

What is the difference between the Chinese and western zodiacs?

The zodiac signs we are familiar with are the western zodiacs. But the Chinese do not follow this, and they have their system of determining zodiac signs.

The key difference between Chinese and western zodiacs is how they are determined. While western zodiacs are based on the date and month you are born, the Chinese zodiacs are based on the year you are born.

A 12-year cycle determines your zodiac sign in China. One animal represents these 12 years each.

So, your spirit animal based on the Chinese zodiac could be the animal that represents your birth year.

What’s your spirit animal based on your zodiac sign?

Different symbols represent different zodiac signs. Some of them are also represented by animals.

What animals represent your zodiac sign?

The animal representing Aries is “The Ram,” which is the Latin word for a male sheep.

Then a Bull represents Taurus.

The animal symbol for the cancer zodiac sign is a crab.

A lion represents Leo.

Then the scorpion is the symbol of the Scorpio.

The sea-goat represents Capricorn.

And lastly, the fish is the symbol of Pisces.

What are the 12 zodiac spirit animals?

Above I mentioned the animal representative for a few of the zodiac signs. So if you have one of those signs, those animals can be your spirit animal.

Besides, below I have described 12 zodiac spirit animals possibilities based on the characteristics each sign may have:

Spirit animal for Aries/Spirit animal of Aries

Aries people are courageous and love to go on adventures. Exploring new things is their passion.

They also have good leadership skills and the ability to take quick action.

What spirit animal is an Aries?

The hawk is one of the possible spirit animals for Aries.

Hawks are great leaders and passionate.

Then a hummingbird can also be an Aries spirit animal that travels a great distance and explores the world.

Spirit animal for Taurus

The personality of Taurus includes extreme desire to achieve what they want in life.

They also have the high physical and mental strength to overcome the odds.

What spirit animal is a Taurus?

The bear and the beaver can be spirit animals for Taurus.

While the first one can offer a Taurus the required strength, the latter can help hold patience to remove obstacles in life.

Spirit animal for Gemini/Spirit animal of Gemini

Geminis are extroverted and playful. The zodiac symbol for Gemini is a twin, which means that Geminis can have two personalities entirely different from one another.

What spirit animal is a Gemini?

A Spirit animal for a Gemini can be a fox.

A fox is quite clever and witty.

Besides, a dolphin can also be a Gemini’s spirit animal due to its playful nature.

Spirit animal of Cancer

People with cancer zodiac signs are sensitive and self-protective. They are also quite caring towards their loved ones.

What spirit animal is a Cancer?

A rabbit or an elephant can be a spirit animal for cancer.

Rabbits usually stay alert to protect themselves from potential threats.

Elephant spirit animals, on the other hand, are caring like Cancers.

Spirit animal of Leo

Leo people are generous and born with high excellent leadership skills. That’s why the lion, known to be the jungle king, represents Leo.

What spirit animal is a Leo?

A peacock can be the spirit animal of a Leo.

The peacock‘s colorful tail can easily attract attention, similar to Leo’s leadership and intelligent personality.

Spirit animal of Virgo

Virgo people are famous for their high intellectual ability. They also are practical about life and are emotionally intense.

What spirit animal is a Virgo?

A brown bear can be the spirit animal for Virgo, which symbolizes practicality.

Then a fox can also be Virgo’s spirit animal. That’s because a fox spirit animal possesses high intelligence.

Spirit animal of Libra

Libras are friendly and inspirational. A balance of scale represents the Libra sign because the belief is that Libras can see both sides of every incident.

Hence, they always seek balance in life. Libras holds a solid and diplomatic personality too.

What spirit animal is a Libra?

If you ask how many spirit animals a libra has, the answer would be many.

A raven, a wolf, or a tiger can be a Libra spirit animal.

The raven spirit animal can help Libra find balance with his wisdom, while wolf and tiger match Libra’s strong personality.

Spirit animal of Scorpio

Scorpios are pretty emotional but strong. They do not hesitate to tell the truth even if it hurts others. That’s why Scorpios are often misunderstood.

What spirit animal is a Scorpio?

Scorpio spirit animal can be a snake.

A snake remains calm but will not bother to take action if disturbed. This nature is similar to Scorpio’s intensity to tell bitter truths.

Spirit animal of Sagittarius

The intelligent and ambitious personality has a significant influence on the spirit animal of Sagittarius. Besides, Sagittarius is loyal and logical in making decisions.

What spirit animal is Sagittarius?

A cat can be the spirit animal of a Sagittarius. The cat spirit animal usually refers to curiosity and an elegant personality.

Then a horse is another possibility. A horse spirit animal symbolizes speed and passion, which refers to Sagittarius’ ambitious personality.

Spirit animal for Capricorn

Capricorns are workaholics and highly ambitious. Once they are determined to achieve something, nothing can distract them.

What spirit animal is Capricorn?

An alligator is believed to be the spirit animal for Capricorn.

When the alligator puts its teeth onto something, nothing can separate them. The determination is the same as Capricorns.

Spirit animal of Aquarius

Aquarius is clever and advanced in taking self-care. They are pretty optimistic about themselves, and their thinking power is excellent.

What spirit animal is Aquarius?

A spider can be the spirit animal for an Aquarius. This is because spiders are clever and optimistic about their web.

Then a peacock can also be an Aquarius spirit animal as the bird believes in his beauty.

Spirit animal of Pisces

Pisces have a calm personality and are emotionally sensitive. They can travel a great distance to ensure the happiness of the people they love.

What spirit animal is a Pisces?

So, Which spirit animal is Pisces?

A deer can be the spirit animal for Pisces. Deers are also calm and love to be around like-minded partners like Pisces.

How do I find out my spirit animal?

Above are some of the possible spirit animals based on your zodiac signs. But as I told you earlier, they are only guesses.

So, now the question is, how do you find out what your spirit animal is? Well, there are multiple ways to do that.

First, you can go on a Shamanic Journey. I found my spirit animal on the journey, and it was a wonderful experience. Deep meditation can also be helpful.

However, I would recommend you to read my article on how to find your spirit animal. There I have explained the processes in detail.

These articles below can also be interesting for you:

• Spirit Animal Virgo: What Is The Spirit Animal For Virgo 
• Spirit Animal For Gemini
• Spirit Animal Sagittarius: What Is the Spirit Animal for Sagittarius?
• Spirit Animal Libra 
• How To Find What Your Spirit Animal Is?

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Spirit animals can help us significantly in this journey of knowing ourselves. Maybe you ask yourself if there is any relationship between your zodiac sign and your spirit animal. Maybe more specifically, you ask whats is the spirit animal for libra?

Your spirit animal and your zodiac sign do not have a lot to do with each other.

Even though astrology and spirit animals are those spiritual tools that guide us in our journey, there is still not one spirit animal for all those Libras.

Let me explain to you more in detail in this article. Come and join me.

What is a spirit animal for Libra?

Spirit animals are spiritual guides that can help in your journey of life. A spirit animal for Libra is a belief that you may have any specific spirit animal because of your zodiac sign.

But the concept is not entirely correct. Your zodiac sign does not determine your spirit animal, although it can play a minor role in this regard.

Usually, people born with specific zodiac signs share some common characteristics. So, based on such personality traits, there can be some possibilities about which animal may appear to you as your spirit animal.

Therefore, I will first discuss Libra and its different meanings from a spiritual perspective. Then I will share the meanings of some spirit animals that may come to you.

Remember that these guesses can be wrong. Hence, it would be best if you found out what your spirit animal is.

Going on a Shamanic Journey or sitting on a deep meditation can be a great way to do that. 

I have written a lot about the methods in my blog, and you can read those once you have finished reading this article.

What does Libra mean spiritually?

People born from September 23 to October 22 are Libras. Below I have discussed the meaning of Libra from different aspects, which will help you to know the spiritual significance of a Libra:

What type of person is a Libra?

Libras are very friendly, emphatic, and excellent at inspiring people around them. 

They are always ready to help others with their best.

Therrie Rosenvald, in her book “The Harmonious Libra,” said: 

“Librans have a gift of seeing something positive and lovable in almost anybody. Harmony in all aspects of life is their top priority.”

Libras can see both sides of any situation. 

In consequence, they often may get confused between what is right and wrong. But, as a scale of balance is the symbol of Libra, they always try to create balance in life. 

Libra spirit animal meaning

Libra spirit animals can guide you whenever you feel confused about which side to choose. In addition, the spirit animal can help you to spread your positivity and help others in a better way.

There is a slight difference in libra men and women, which may affect determining your spirit animal:

Libra man spirit animal

Libra men are charming and hold strong personalities. 

They are very diplomatic and make decisions after considering everything about a situation.

Libra woman spirit animal

On the other hand, Libra women are emotional and adorable. A libra woman can make everyone around feel good.

What element is a libra spirit animal?

The element of Libra is air. 

Like air floats around, Libras are also like to chat with person to person and spread their positivity among people. 

Like the air is everywhere around us, Libras usually spread their charms to those around them.

Which animal represents Libra?

Libra is the seventh astrological sign in the zodiac. The symbol of Libra is not represented by any animal but by a balance scale.

Many people also ask, Is there an animal named Libra? No, there is no animal named Libra in this world. The Latin meaning of Libra is scale, which refers to the Libra symbol of the scale of balance.

What is a libra’s favorite animal?

Personal choices can differ from Libra to Libra. As Libras are charming, they may like rabbits. Some may also prefer to be around a Siamese cat, which is quite gentle.

What is libra spirit color?

Libra’s spirit colors are pink and blue. 

Pink symbolizes the adorable and charming personality of Libras. 

Similarly, blue represents their inspirational nature and tendency to create balance in everything. 

Libra spirit animal in different cultures

All the information above about Libra was based on astrology. But there are some more aspects to learn about Libra.

Following is some cultural concepts about the spirit animal for Libra:

Libra spirit animal Chinese

Chinese follow the tradition of a 12-year cycle; a particular animal is representing each year.

Therefore, people born in a specific year have some common characteristics.

Feng Shui, on the other hand, determines your animal representative following your birth month.

For example, the rooster represents those born from September 6 to October 5. 

A spirit animal rooster symbolizes self-confidence, pride and is talkative. 

What is October’s spirit animal? 

In Feng Shui, a dog represents people born from October 6 to November 5. A dog spirit animal is a symbol of loyalty and protection.

Native American spirit animal for Libra

Raven is the spirit animal of a Libra in the Native American zodiac. Libra spirit animal raven represents excellent wisdom and insight.

When you are a Libra, and a raven spirit animal appears to you, you can use its wisdom to make the balance you are looking for. 

Raven is also the Indian spirit animal for Libra. 

Libra spirit animal tattoo

If you want to get yourself a tattoo, you can choose your spirit animal. Native Americans believe such tattoos have extraordinary spiritual power to help and guide you through different situations.

How many spirit animals does a libra have?

Now the question is, what is the spirit animal for Libra? 

As I already told you, it is not certain. 

You can find your spirit animal through a Shamanic Journey or deep meditation.

I have already talked about some possibilities, including a raven, rooster, and a dog. 

Additionally, a wolf, rabbit, or tiger can also be a libra spirit animal.

Here, I am only providing brief information about the spirit animals for Libra. If you are interested in any particular animal, you can read my blog, where I have written about different spirit animals.

Following are some of the possible spirit animals for Libra:

Libra spirit animal wolf

A wolf is the spirit animal for Libra; especially the grey wolf is believed to appear to Libras as spirit animals.

The libra spirit animal grey wolf, is loyal like a libra. 

Besides, they are also a pretty good strategist like Libras and keep their plan as secret.

When a libra spirit animal grey wolf, comes to you, it can guide you to be more tactical in your life. 

It also can help you to strengthen your loyalty to the people you love.

Libra rabbit spirit animal

A rabbit can also be a spirit animal for Libra. The rabbit spirit animal is a symbol of abundance and fertility.

Libras get friendly with people quickly, but rabbits are often fearful and try to avoid others except for group members. 

This nature can help Libra to stay calm and not do anything wrong with people in a rush.

Spirit animal libra tiger

Tiger is another animal that can be the spirit animal of Libra. 

A tiger is a symbol of strong willpower, personal strength, courage, and bravery.

What does it mean when your spirit animal is a tiger? 

Well, as you are a libra, a tiger spirit animal can provide you the strength to make balance in the scale of that Libra symbol represents. 

Besides, the courage and strong willpower of a tiger can be helpful for you to inspire people around you more effectively. 

Libra spirit animal panda

Lastly, Panda also may appear to Libra as a spirit animal. 

Like Libras, pandas are also adorable and fun to be around.

However, pandas care a little about what is happening around them. 

Such characteristics can help to calm the restlessness of a Libra.

Conclusion

This life journey is about discovering ourselves better. As written on the Temple of Apollo at Delphi, “know thyself.”

Astrology, spirit animals, meditation, dreams… all those different spiritual practices are there to light our way.

Even though all these tools are linked somehow, it does not necessarily mean that their symbolic meanings are the same.

So you are the one who will find your spirit animal, and it is in itself a journey.

Check our other articles around the topic:

• What Is the Meaning of a Spirit Animal?
• If You Ask What Spirit Animal Is Yours, Learn Here How to Find
• How To Shamanic Journey?
• What Is Shamanic Journey Drumming and How Does Shamanic Drumming Work?
• Spirit Animal Virgo: What Is The Spirit Animal For Virgo?
• Spirit Animal Sagittarius: What Is the Spirit Animal for Sagittarius?
• Spirit Animal For Gemini
• Spirit Animals Zodiac Signs

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Gemini is the third sign in the zodiac. People born from May 21 to June 20 usually are Gemini.

Geminis are some of my favorite types of people. That’s because they are so unpredictable, and their moods can change at any time. So it seems interesting to me.

American musician Jewel quoted:

“I’m a Gemini, and I have a lot of different moods. Sometimes I’m very serious and reflective and pensive, but other times I’m completely goofy and girlie. So, I like my songs to cover all my moods.”

If your zodiac sign is Gemini, you must be wondering what your spirit animal is. Well, your zodiac sign has a minimal role to play in this regard.

Spirit animals are unique to everyone, and all those born on the same date do not have the same spirit animal. Depending on who you are, a different spirit animal may appear to you to send some messages.

Therefore, you need to find out which animal is your spirit animal. Then, you can either go on a Shamanic Journey like me or sit in deep meditation.

However, your zodiac sign may have some effect on your behavior. And from your characteristics, you can guess what spirit animal may appear to you.

So, let’s first know different characteristics of the Gemini zodiac sign:

What does Gemini symbolize?

Twin is the symbol of Gemini, which is often represented by roman numerical number two.

The symbol is a depiction of Castor and Pollux holding each other’s hands.

They are twin brothers in Greek and Roman mythology, and the symbol represents their unbreakable bonds.

There is an interesting story behind the twin brothers becoming a constellation.

Though Pollux was immortal, his twin brother Castor was not and died during a battle.

Pollux was heartbroken and prayed to Zeus to make Castor immortal.

Zeus agreed in a condition that Pollux would have to give up half of his immortality.

That resulted in the twin brothers being the Gemini Constellation.

The Gemini zodiac sign symbolizes companion. That means people with the sign are very social beings and like to be around people.

The twin sign also means that Gemini may have two personalities utterly different from each other. 

An American businessperson named Jerry West once said:

“I’m a Gemini. Know what that means? There are two very different sides to me.”

Overall, Geminis are extroverted, playful, clever, and intellectually curious. Sometimes they can be amusing to be around, and sometimes the opposite may happen.

What is a Gemini soulmate?

As Geminis are very friendly, they can get close to people with any zodiac signs.

However, based on their nature, Libra and Aquarius can be perfect soulmates for a Gemini.

Libras are also sociable and friendly with people.

The level of intelligence matched with Gemini, which makes these two a great pair.

Aquarius, on the other hand, is quite clever and calm. It is their personality that mainly attracts a Gemini.

The calmness of an Aquarius and the playfulness of a Gemini can make any couple quite interesting.

Native American spirit animal for Gemini

The Native American spirit animal for Gemini is a Deer. A deer spirit animal represents gentleness.

Due to the dual personality of Geminis with playful nature, often their life gets imbalanced.

The gentle nature of a deer spirit animal helps create balance in the life of a Gemini.

Besides, the deers are highly energetic and move quickly.

Such an amount of energy can also be pretty helpful for a Gemini to stay cheerful around others.

Chinese spirit animal for Gemini

Chinese people mainly follow Zodiac signs based upon years. It goes on a 12-year cycle, with each year represented by a different animal.

However, Feng Shui is also popular in China, determining your zodiac sign based on your birth month.

For example, a snake represents the people born from May 6 to June 5, and a horse represents people born from June 6 to July 5.

A snake spirit animal symbolizes healing and transformation, while a horse animal represents strength and passion.

What’s a Gemini’s spirit animal?

So, now the obvious question is, what is a Gemini’s spirit animal? I already provided some names above, but there can be more. 

Depending on the personality, Geminis can have a Fox or a Dolphin as their spirit animal.

While a Fox spirit animal matches a Gemini’s clever and witty nature, a Dolphin is very playful like Geminis.

However, these guesses can be wrong, and I recommend you find it yourself to be sure.

As I told you earlier, the Shamanic Journey and deep meditation are great ways to search for your spirit animal.

I have explained everything about finding your spirit animal on my blog; you can read them.

Besides, I also have written many articles on the meaning of spirit animals.

You may find them helpful to know your spirit animal better.

Following are some more information about Gemini’s spiritual self:

Spirit animal Gemini and dragon

Gemini is a sign in the Western zodiac.

However, people often ask what it means if a Gemini is born in the Chinese zodiac year of the dragon.

The question mainly arises because the people born in the year of the dragon are pretty similar.

Both have attractive personalities, and they both love to make their presence known in a crowd.

Combining the zodiac sign Gemini and the year of the dragon, we get the first zodiac sign.

Gemini and dragon refer to a spirit animal hummingbird.

A hummingbird spirit animal is a symbol of good luck.

Like Geminis, hummingbirds are also very playful and love to enjoy life.

Besides, these tiny birds are pretty hard working too.

What is Gemini’s spirit color?

Yellow is the spirit color of a Gemini.

It is pretty bright and represents the cheerful nature of people with Gemini zodiac signs.

The color also mimics the sun, and the sun usually remains around us throughout the day like Geminis love to be among people.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, who was a German poet, said about yellow color:

“It is the color closest to light. Therefore, it always implies the nature of brightness and has a cheerful, serene, gently stimulating character in its utmost purity. Hence, experience teaches us that yellow makes a thoroughly warm and comforting impression.”

What pet should a Gemini get?

As a Gemini, you can get a parrot as your pet.

Parrots are intelligent like Geminis and can talk too.

So, you can speak to your parrot and have fun whenever you feel alone.

Conclusion

Be skeptical about all this information. Only you can know the truth for yourself.

The journey to find your spirit animal starts from your heart.

Look inside, follow the signs, collaborate with the universe, and trust.

Being in a relationship with your spirit animal is about gaining a new perspective about unity.

So welcome, dear, welcome to this fantastic world of spirit animals.

Check our other articles around the topic:

• What Is the Meaning of a Spirit Animal?
• If You Ask What Spirit Animal Is Yours, Learn Here How to Find
• How To Shamanic Journey?
• What Is Shamanic Journey Drumming and How Does Shamanic Drumming Work?
• Spirit Animal Virgo: What Is The Spirit Animal For Virgo?
• Spirit Animal Sagittarius: What Is the Spirit Animal for Sagittarius?
• Spirit Animal Libra
• Spirit Animals Zodiac Signs

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Spirit animals, astrology, dreams are all tools that guide us in our spiritual journey. I guess you know your zodiac sign, Sagittarius, and now you are looking for the spirit animal for Sagittarius.

There is one fit-all answer for this question unluckily. Spirit animals do not work as zodiac signs.

Join me to discover more.

Spirit animal for Sagittarius

Your zodiac sign plays a significant role in shaping your behavior. But does it determine your animal?

Well, the straightforward answer would be no.

Your birth date has nothing to do with what can be your spirit animal.

If you want to know what your spirit animal is, you can go on a Shamanic Journey like me, or you also can sit in deep meditation at first.

However, as your birth date shapes your behavior, we can guess what can be your spirit animal based on your behavioral characteristics.

A Sagittarius zodiac spirit animal can be a great guide to your life.

So, at first, learn about Sagittarius zodiac signs, their meanings in different cultures.

Sagittarius sign spirit animal

People born from November 22 to December 22 are usually considered Sagittarius.

The sign of Sagittarius is an archer.

Interestingly, a Greek mythical creature, a centaur, is holding the archer.

A centaur is an animal with a body of a horse and the head of a human.

Centaurs were known to have the excellent fighting ability.

Jupiter planet rules the Sagittarius zodiac sign.

It is famous for its abundance and spiritual growth. Hence, you can consider yourself lucky as a Sagittarian.

What does Sagittarius like?

“Sagittarians can be gregarious and open-minded. This placement makes them enthusiastic, supportive, and generous friends.”

Jessica Lanyadoo (Astrologer).

Sagittarians are intelligent, honest, loyal, and have excellent knowledge.

They are usually very ambitious and prioritize logic over emotions.

If you notice that you can easily make people laugh, you may get that ability from your zodiac sign.

What is the spirit animal for Sagittarius?

As I told you, neither I nor anyone can say for sure what your spirit animal can be just because you are a Sagittarian.

However, many people consider horses as the spirit animal for Sagittarius.

That’s because the centaur, who represents the Sagittarius symbol, had the body of a horse.

Sagittarius man spirit animal

Spirit animals and their messages are unique to each person.

It is who you are that matters most.

Both Sagittarius males and females possess more or less similar personalities.

That means your gender has very little to do about what can be your spirit animal.

Not to mention, there is a slight difference in the behavior of Sagittarius males and females.

Sagittarius men are usually childish.

On the other hand, women are great storytellers and make themselves attractive to others very well.

Such differences in nature may also affect what can be your spirit animal.

What is a Sagittarius spirit animal in Chinese?

Chinese zodiac signs are based on years and not by months.

Nonetheless, other practices of determining zodiac signs in Feng Shui (Chinese Geomancy) are based on months.

Therefore, they are not the same as the zodiac signs we are used to.

Consequently, you can check animal signs of two zodiac signs to guess what can be your spirit animal as a Sagittarian.

Pigs represent the people born from November 6 to December 5 and are honest and diplomatic.

Then a rat represents those born from December 6 to January 5, and they have a personality of being clever and adaptable.

Sagittarius spirit animal tattoo

Tattoos can be a great way to stay connected with your spirit animal all the time.

If you find your Sagittarius zodiac spirit animal, you can have a tattoo of the animal.

Then, whenever you face trouble, the connection may guide you out of it.

Even many people in native American tribes used to have animal tattoos to gain the power of that particular animal.

What animal does Sagittarius represent?

As you have learned quite a lot about Sagittarius zodiac signs, now you can lose some possibilities on spirit animals you may have.

However, I recommend you to go on a journey of your own to find and connect to your actual spirit animal.

As a centaur with an archer represents Sagittarius, a horse can be your spirit animal.

A horse spirit animal symbolizes strength, speed, and passion.

In Native American culture, horses represent wealth, which matches the meaning of Jupiter planet that I talked about earlier.

Besides horses, there are some popular concepts about Sagittarius zodiac sign spirit animals.

However, as these are not certain, you can read about more spirit animals in my blog and find the one you have.

Meanwhile, a brief explanation of some of the spirit animals a Sagittarius may have are:

Sagittarius spirit animal cat

One of the most popular spirit animals that Sagittarius can have is a cat.

A cat spirit animal symbolizes patience, elegance, curiosity, and independence.

They love to be around people they love.

When a cat is your spirit animal, you will have the patience to act in the right moment; you will know where to invest your emotions and so on.

Why is the Sagittarius spirit animal a cat?

As a curious Sagittarius, you may ask why Sagittarius’s spirit animal is a cat?

Well, that’s because cats are carefree animals like Sagittarius.

People often misunderstand cats as rude animals, but the reality is they are friendly with people close to them.

Sagittarians usually possess the same characteristics, so a cat is believed to be a Sagittarius spirit animal.

Sagittarius spirit animal wolf

A wolf can also be your spirit animal if you are a Sagittarius.

Wolves have superior wisdom and can be helpful for any Sagittarian seeking to explore the world.

As Sagittarius rarely cares about people, a wolf also tends to trust others.

Sagittarius spirit animal owl

An owl spirit animal symbolizes free will, independence, and the ability to think limitlessly.

If you are born with the Sagittarius zodiac sign, there is also a pretty good chance of an owl being your spirit animal.

Spirit animal based on zodiac sign

People often look for spirit animals based on their zodiac signs. But that is not how you can find your spirit animal.

Sometimes that can be right based on your behavior and lifestyle. But that’s not the proper way.

How do you find your spirit animal?

Now the obvious question is, how do you find your spirit animal?

Well, my favorite is going on a Shamanic Journey. It not only helps you to find your spirit animal, but you also can connect and get the message of your spirit animal.

I have gone on a Shamanic Journey to find my spirit animal, and it was a worthy experience.

Also, you can sit on a deep meditation. I am sharing links to my experiences about how to find your spirit animal below.

• What Is the Meaning of a Spirit Animal?
• If You Ask What Spirit Animal Is Yours, Learn Here How to Find
• How To Shamanic Journey?
• What Is Shamanic Journey Drumming and How Does Shamanic Drumming Work?
• Spirit Animal Virgo: What Is The Spirit Animal For Virgo?
• Spirit Animal for Gemini
• Spirit Animal Libra
• Spirit Animals Zodiac Signs

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Hello beautiful Virgo people. It seems like you are looking to find out what your spirit animal is and you are trying to figure it out via your zodiac sign. The question in your mind is what is the spirit animal for Virgo, right?

There is not an answer for everybody in this case.

Spirit animals are unique for each of us and we are the ones who will find out what is our spirit animal.

I have found out about my spirit animal with the help of both, guided meditations and shamanic journeys.

Still, I will do my best to answer your questions about spirit animals for Virgo people.

What is Virgo’s spirit animal?

Before you look for your spirit animal as Virgo, you should ask if there is any relation between your birth date and your spirit animal?

The answer is no.

People born on the same days or with the same zodiac sign do not share the same spirit animal.

Everyone has their spirit animal for unique reasons.

You need to find your spirit animal by yourself.

However, your birth dates have some effects on your behavior and characteristics.

That is why the concept of the zodiac sign is so popular.

When you match those characteristics with animals, you may find some similar animals which can be your spirit animal.

So, at first, let’s learn more about the Virgo spirit animal sign:

Virgo spirit animal meaning

“When life feels chaotic, Virgo will tidy up.”

Chani Nicholas (astrologer)

Virgos have a high intellectual ability.

But sometimes, they might find themselves out of balance.

Virgo spirit animals can guide and help to get rid of such situations and bring balance in life.

When Virgo season start?

Virgo is the sixth sign in the zodiac.

Normally Virgo season starts on the 23rd of August and ends on the 22nd of September.

It comes after the Leo season ends on August 22.

What Virgo likes?

Virgos usually like to focus on their goals.

They love to stay calm and help others with their high intelligence if necessary. 

What spirit animal does a Virgo have?

Spirit animal of a Virgo usually is the one who has high wisdom, who is cunning, and the one that can bring balance in a Virgo’s life.

A Virgo moon spirit animal is a very sensitive and cautious one. 

Virgo woman spirit animal

Virgo is the only sign represented by women.

The zodiac sign has different effects on males and females.

Therefore, a Virgo woman spirit animal may differ from a male person.

Usually, Virgo men are more practical about life, whereas Virgo women are emotionally strong.

What is a Virgo spirit animal in Chinese?

Chinese have a different perception of zodiac signs.

They follow the concept of Feng Shui, where the animal of your zodiac sign is determined by your birth year.

However, there is another concept which a few people follow.

According to the concept of four pillars, the people born from August 6 to September 5 are represented by a monkey, and people born from September 6 to October 5 are represented by a rooster.

Native American spirit animal for Virgo

In Native American culture, a brown bear represents Virgo.

Like the Virgos, brown bears are quite practical in their life and have excellent intelligence.

Virgo spirit animal tattoos

Staying connected with your spirit animal can be of great help at times.

Many people prefer to get a tattoo of their spirit animal, so they feel close. As a Virgo, you also can do that.

What is a Virgo’s spirit animal?

After knowing about the different characteristics of Virgos and how they are represented in different cultures, you may ask what can be a Virgo’s spirit animal?

Well, as I told you earlier, nobody can tell you that for sure.

The best way to find your spirit animal is to go on a Shamanic Journey.

That is how I found mine.

If you are not ready for the journey yet, you also can sit on a deep meditation to find your spirit animal.

Then different spirit animals may have different influences on your life.

You can check my blog to know about the meaning of various spirit animals.

However, there are some popular conceptions about who can be a spirit animal of a Virgo. Below I have explained some of them:

Virgo spirit animal bear or fox

Bear and fox are two of the most popular animals representing Virgo spirit animal signs.

The belief is based on the fact that they share a lot of similarities with Virgos.

Below I have tried to provide some information regarding both of these spirit animals:

Virgo spirit animal fox

Spirit animal fox symbolizes cleverness, cunningness, and playfulness. They have a pearl of high wisdom that very few other animals know.

What if your spirit animal is a fox?

When a fox is your spirit animal, you can seek guidance from him.

We often face situations in life where we get bewildered.

Our spirit animals can help us in such situations, and foxes are excellent at helping others.

What does it mean when your spirit animal is a fox?

So, what does it mean to have a fox spirit animal as a Virgo?

Well, you can better implement your high IQ when necessary.

You can take the advice from the clever fox on how to handle difficult situations practically.

Virgo spirit animal bear

A spirit animal bear is adored for both its physical and mental strength.

This is what can bring balance in Virgos’ life that I talked about earlier.

Bear has a good ability to handle difficult situations. People of the Virgo Zodiac sign also share the same ability.

Therefore, when a Virgo faces difficult situations, the spirit animal bear can increase the strength of the Virgo to handle such crises.

When you connect with your Virgo spirit animal bear, you can have the strength to face anything in life.

Virgo spirit animal wolf

Like Virgos, wolves also have high intelligence and a strong tendency to follow instincts. Therefore, a wolf can also be your spirit animal. 

Virgo spirit animal penguin

Penguin spirit symbolizes loyalty and unity.

A Virgo spirit animal penguin can guide you to control your emotions, hold your patience, and help people who are important in life.

Virgo spirit animal tiger

Virgo spirit animal tigers are known for their strong willpower and personal strength.

Usually, Virgo people try not to give up at any cost.

Virgo spirit animal snake

A snake spirit animal symbolizes transformation and healing.

When a Virgo spirit animal snake visits you, that may mean that your life needs to change.

You have the intelligence and strength to find out what it is and change it.

Spirit animal by birthday

Like the Virgo spirit animal, there are some popular opinions about spirit animals of different zodiac signs.

Below I have briefly explained them to you.

[A gentle reminder: these are not certain, and your spirit animal can be anything else that you need to find out.]

What is the Taurus spirit animal?

Taurus holds the strength to overcome any obstacles, and they are stubborn too.

The bull, bear, and beaver usually are believed to be Taurus spirit animals.

What is Pisces spirit animal?

People with Pisces zodiac signs hold gentle and calm personalities.

They usually have deer as their spirit animal.

Besides, from the Pisces zodiac sign symbol, many guesses that fish can also be a Pisces spirit animal.

What is a libra spirit animal?

Librans usually are extroverts and like to be around others.

They have excellent team spirit.

Grey wolf and raven spirit animal match the personality of Libra.

What is a cancer spirit animal?

Rabbits, moose, and elephants are some of the cancer spirit animals.

That’s because people with cancer zodiac signs are highly sensitive and protective.

Aquarius spirit animal?

Aquarius people are very clever and optimistic.

They are highly confident about their ability to do anything.

Otters and Spiders are mostly believed to be Aquarius spirit animals.

What is Leo’s spirit animal?

Leo people hold a passionate personalities with excellent leadership abilities.

Matching with their traits, the lion can be a Leo spirit animal.

Many people also consider peacocks as spirit animals for Leo.

What is a Gemini spirit animal?

Gemini has a very strong personality and is very clever.

Deer, fox, and dolphins are some of the Gemini spirit animals.

Conclusion

Finding your spirit animal is a beautiful journey itself.

Do not hurry up.

Try to embrace and enjoy the process.

Your spirit animal is waiting for you there to meet you.

So there is no one answer for all when we are talking about spirit animals.

We are all unique and that is why our spirit animals also. 

Check our other articles around the topic:

• What Is the Meaning of a Spirit Animal?
• If You Ask What Spirit Animal Is Yours, Learn Here How to Find
• How To Shamanic Journey?
• Spirit Animal Libra
• Spirit Animal Sagittarius: What Is the Spirit Animal for Sagittarius?
• Spirit Animal For Gemini
• Spirit Animals Zodiac Signs

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Garuda is a mythological creature in Asian cultures, and its fictitious stories have their place in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.

Lately, I was writing different articles about the symbolism of the phoenix, as you can see the articles below:

• The symbolism of Phoenix: Phoenix symbolism in Egypt, Greek, and Christianity
• The symbolism of Phoenix: Phoenix symbolism in China, Japan, Georgia, and Slav Mythology
• What Phoenix Means and What Does Phoenix Represent?
• Can A Phoenix Be a Spirit Animal?
• The symbolism of Phoenix: Simurgh vs. Phoenix

In this article, I invite you to discover Garuda Phoenix mythology and find the commonalities of the Garuda with the phoenix. So let’s start, shall we?

Who is Garuda?

The Garuda is a humanoid creature with golden wings, sharp claws, and a snake in its beak.

Garuda flies through the sky.

Gruda’s wings make the sounds of the hymns of the Vedas.

Garuda symbolizes courage.

According to the Indian Mahabharata, Garuda was born inside an egg.

It appeared as a solid and shining light to start the enormous cosmic disaster that occurred at the end of each era to destroy the Earth.

The Devas begged Garuda to shrink him in body and energy, fearing Garuda’s limitless power, and Garuda heeded their prayers.

According to legend, Garuda was so big that everyone confused him with Agni, the god of fire.

Is Garuda a phoenix?

Garuda is an analog of the phoenix and has similar symbolization with it and in Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.

Is Garuda a hawk or eagle?

Garuda is described as a divine eagle-like sun bird and the king of birds.

What is Garuda the god of?

Garuda is not the god of but the vahana (mount) of the god Vishnu.

Garuda mythology powers

According to Hindu and Buddhist mythology, the movement of its wings caused a storm.

The shine of his feathers was so intense that it even outshined the glare of the sun.

He also could increase his strength as much as he needed.

Garuda Phoenix mythology: Garuda mythology story

Garuda was born of the sage Kashyapa and the mother of birds Vinata. Kashyapa also married Kadru, Vinata’s sister, who gave birth to a thousand snakes (the ancestors of all snakes living on Earth today).

Why Garuda and snakes are enemies?

One day, Vinata and Kadru made a trivial bet regarding the color of the tail of the Uchchaihshravas.

This seven-headed flying horse appeared during the churning of the Milky Ocean.

While Kadru claimed that the horse’s tail was black, Vinata thought it was white.

As a result of Kadru’s deception, Vinata lost the bet and became Kadru’s slave, and she and her snake sons mistreated Vinata.

Trying to stop his mother from suffering in this humiliating captivity, Garuda went to the snakes and asked what he should give them to buy his mother’s freedom.

The Nagas said that to free her mother, she must bring the Nectar of Immortality (Amrita), which the gods bravely captured from the depths of the ocean.

Garuda knew this would be a difficult task to accomplish, as the amrita elixir was protected by a sky-filling fire, sharp whirling blades, and two giant venomous snakes placed protectively next to the elixir.

But the mighty king of birds was not afraid.

He defeated them all and entered the area where amrita was stored and protected.

With the amrita pot in his mouth, he headed straight for the Nagas, who kept his mother under his control.

Then suddenly, he appeared before Vishnu, the great Hindu god who guards all things, one of the highest deities, usually depicted with blue skin and four arms.

They mutually promised each other, and Vishnu promised Garuda immortality without drinking from amrita’s cup.

Garuda agreed to serve Vishnu as his unique mount.

Garuda later encountered Indra. He said he would give the elixir to Indra after he delivered it to the Nagas.

Indra said that he would give the serpents to Garuda as food.

Reaching the lands of the Nagas, Garuda placed the pot containing the potion on the grass.

Immediately demanded that they release his mother Vinata and perform the necessary religious rites before drinking the amrita.

While the Nagas were busy with their rituals, Indra quickly took the vessel full of amrita.

When the snakes returned, they were shocked to see that the potion had disappeared and the pot was not there as they tried to lick the spilled drops of amrita on the ground.

(There is an interesting commonality with the Gilgamesh epic here. After getting the immortality plant in the middle of the ocean, Gilgamesh put it on the grass while he rests, and the snakes eat it there.)

Legend says that this is how the tongues of snakes (Nagas) split in two.

When Garuda fulfilled the task and amrita returned to the gods, he fulfilled his promise to Vishnu.

From then on, Garuda became closely related to Vishnu, and in addition to Vishnu, his wife Lakshmi also used Garuda as a mount (‘vahana’).

What does the Garuda bird symbolize?

According to Wikipedia;

Garuda appears in many traditions and stories, especially in Java and Bali. In many stories, Garuda symbolizes the virtue of knowledge, power, bravery, loyalty, and discipline. As the vehicle of Vishnu, Garuda also bears the attributes of Vishnu, which symbolize the preservation of cosmic order.

Garuda’s links to Vishnu – the Hindu god who fights injustice and destroys evil in his various avatars to preserve dharma, have made him an iconic symbol of king’s duty and power, an emblem of royalty or dharma.

His eagle-like form, either alone or with Vishnu, signifies divine approval of the state’s power.

You can find Garuda on the faces of many early Hindu kingdom coins with this symbolism, either as a single-headed bird or a three-headed bird that watches all sides.

Throughout the Mahabharata, Garuda was a symbol of impetuous violent force, speed, and martial prowess.

Defeated warriors are like snakes beaten down by Garuda.

The Mahabharata character Drona uses a military formation named after Garuda.

Krishna even carries the image of Garuda on his banner.

Conclusion

Garuda invites us to find out the meaning of immortality as in Gilgamesh’s epic.

These mythologies are entering our lives when we listen to them and slowly open up their secrets to us if we are willing to reflect on them.

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