![]() ![]() If you’re told that you have the eye of a hawk it means that you possess a sharp eye, able to see what others don’t see. Hawks have superior sight and can spot their prey from a distance. Hawks know this all too well and deal with their prey in a businesslike manner. The large talons and the sharp beak can be very dangerous. The hawks grace and beauty can’t hide what’s inside. This animal ruling above the lesser animals knows this all too well. Hawks are primarily birds of prey and they live by the code that says the strong survive and the weak perish. It always appears with a specific purpose in mind and its appearance should never be dismissed or taken lightly. This is one of the most powerful birds to appear in dreamtime. Hawks often appear in dreams either as a totem animal or as a spirit animal representing hidden powers, wisdom, vision, and strength. It is believed that the hawk can heal past life hurts and this personality was used for soul retrieval in many tribes.įor the Aztecs, the hawk represented rulership, and in ancient Egypt the hawk was associated with the God Horus, who is the God of the sky and protector of the pharaohs. This bird’s presence is a sign to acknowledge all that is sacred, this means that we have to be responsible for our actions if we want to earn its blessings.īecause of their predatory nature, hawks were associated with war and aggression. The hawk is a revered spirit animal in many cultures, and once signified wisdom, expanded consciousness and hidden knowledge. When flying, a hawk looks effortless, to the point that many people will not pay attention to its remarkable flying skills. Hawks have a reputation for being great hunters, being able to surprise their prey without giving away their presence. ![]() This magnificent bird has long been a totem of Native Americans, and was revered for its healing properties for both the physical body and the spirit. ![]() Hawk Celtic symbolismĪ hawk is a powerful symbol, representing the power of the heavens and the spirit that can soar to great heights. When they see a prey that they think they can hunt, they chase and hunt it until they capture it. One of the most outstanding traits of hawks is that they are perseverant. They find the lost ones and bring them back to the flock. The hawk in Christianity stands for the people who accept to face the challenge of soul-winning, to join the flock, to be converted and to be a real follower of Christ.Īlso, the hawk is a symbol of the one who is on the spiritual hunt. But they are fully aware of what is going on and they accept the challenge. He knows everything and he is always on the lookout.īirds relate to those who have been called by God to be a soul-winner. Jesus, the soul-winner, is an example of one who possessed the best of qualities of a hawk. When hawks carry a small bird or a mouse, the prey carries the meaning of Christ whom hawks have been given the power of vocation. ![]() Thus, hawks carry the meaning of vocation and its challenges. Thanks to their strong wings and eyesight, people believed that God has given hawks a sure sign of vocation. In the Middle Ages, hawks were used to hunt prey. In Christianity, the hawk stands for conversion and vocation. Hawk Native American symbolism Hawk Christianity symbolism The hawk is transcendent, and if you dream of it, you too can gain the ability to soar above the mundane. Longing to own a hawk means you will always be seeking spiritual accomplishments. If you dream of a hawk soaring in the sky, you will experience a period of growth and achievement, although you will also need to be aware of jealousy from those around you. It is a spirit totem, and it has one of the highest healing frequencies of all animals. The appearance of a hawk in your dream can mean change, whether that is a change in your career or in your relationships. The Lakota believed that there is a hawk for every person, and if a hawk came to you in a dream or vision, it meant your soul would soon embark upon a great journey. In some Native American cultures, Hawk dreams are serious business. This is the paradox which lends such fascination in hawk symbolism and meaning. Hawk is a stealthy winged predator, but its ferocity in grabbing its prey in its sharp talons makes it a symbol of destruction. ![]()
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