Symbolic Meanings and Messages from Nature: An Introduction
There is no greater or more diverse source for symbolic meanings than what can be
derived from Nature. Our natural environment is the symbolic “jackpot” that holds deeper meaning about who we are and where we are headed on our life Path.
Further, symbolic meanings in Nature are not limited to the flora and fauna of our earth (although, messages from these sources will be most predominant). Our knowing is never limited; that means we can span our awareness out into the cosmos to derive deeper meanings too.
I’ve kicked off this post with some pretty power-packed statements that beg these questions:
Q) Why is Nature the best source of symbolic meanings?
A) Because it is inclusive. Our Universal ecosystem is a dynamic web of life. Each aspect of its existence is interconnected. Everything is included. The receipt of divine messages and oracular information also works from the premise of interconnectivity. All information runs on a network, and Nature is the most clean, efficient and diverse network through which information is transported to our awareness.
Q) How does Nature convey symbolism?
A) Through unique identity. Everything in our natural Universe resonates with its own special energetic identity. Animals have varying energetic personality. Plants hum with specialized wisdom too. Air, earth, water, fire – the building blocks of Terra Mater (mother earth) all sparkle with their own character. Each aspect of Nature carries a hallmark trait. Everything is unified, but the individuality of expression sets each feature in Nature apart. These features are where we find symbolic meaning.
Q) How can we read messages and interpret symbolic meanings from Nature?
A) Nature is uniquely positioned to serve as a magnificent oracle due to the quality of interconnectivity and individual expression I mentioned earlier. Through soft rumination and meditation we can plug ourselves into the broader whole of Nature. That gets us into the “network. Once we are there, we can begin to explore the individual hallmarks unique to each facet of Nature. First we plug into Nature as a whole, then we find meaning in various outlets (animals, plants, rivers, etc).
To be sure, it takes a bit of practice and some patience. Obtaining messages from Nature is also a two-way street. We must meet her on her own turf. This takes a thoughtful countenance as well as deep-rooted honor and awe for the natural realms.
This article is just a taste of the possibilities our environment proposes to our evolutionary awareness. Stay connected with me here as I continue writing about natural symbolism -together we’ll explore new heights of profound understanding.
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I have a question about the symbolism of a Redtail Hawk. I have had a Redtail Hawk go with me where ever I am!!!
I have read that they are a messenger but of what? What may this beautiful majestic creature have to tell me? I’m just not getting the message clearly.
Sincerely –
Gentle Raven
I wanted to say I have been awakened to a connection between my surroundings and nature and had someone say to me that she too finds “meanings in nature, not need” and I had to google to see if I could find out more about what she meant… which led me to you.
I find it fascinating since I simply thought I was just weird (which is still true) and did not realize that others experienced the same “oddity”.
I have a fish pond that I established in my back yard and take great pleasure in watching the fish, bugs, crayfish, Blue Heron, dragonflies, and other misc creatures that visit… I like that I can see and reflect some
Lisa
Gentle Raven, Regarding the red tailed hawk… you can go online or in a Animal Spirit Totem book and look at what sorts of “messages” this particular bird carries and the one that suits you will “jump” out at you. ALso, do you think that maybe the hawk is a totem of yours? Might be something to meditate upon.
I hope this helps you..
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