The rabbit and hare have always been represented as elements of luck or misfortune by many ancient and modern cultures. Let’s know more about the meaning of rabbit as a spiritual animal, the interpretation of dreams and much more.

Meaning of rabbit in esotericism

There are many meanings related to this animal, such as abundance, comfort, vulnerability, fertility, desire and procreation. Rabbits are also closely linked to the stations, the changes of Mother Earth and, above all, to spring. In fact, they feel the beginning of spring in a very intense way, as if it were a real celebration of life.

In ancient times, it represented a source of youth, a cause of serious psychological diseases, a sign of an immense disaster (for example, if it occurred in the mining sector or in the sea) or it was, and remains, a symbol of impetuous sexuality.

This sweet animal has so many different symbols. It is incredible to learn more about these symbols to know how to interpret our dreams when we see a rabbit in them or use them as a form of self-introspection when we cross with it.

Rabbit symbolism in different cultures

The mythology of the Native Americans has many references to this animal. In fact, his flesh was prohibited in some places because it was believed that the warriors could assume the shyness of the animal (lack of value). On the other hand, the skin was used a lot, especially for the manufacture of amulets and ornaments.

Symbolismodescription Fertility The rabbits are often associated with fertility and cycles of life and reproduction. Agility The rabbit’s ability to move quickly and change direction symbolizes agility and adaptability. Vulnerability The rabbits can also symbolize vulnerability and the need for protection and safety. Intuition. Abundance in some cultures, rabbits represent abundance and prosperity.Table 1: Rabbit symbolism

Later, these amulets and ornaments were applied to the hunting instruments because it was thought that the arrows would be faster and the most cunning warriors. These peoples have numerous legends that tell stories about the superiority and cunning of the rabbit. They also tell how it became the symbol of the moon by defeating fearsome adversaries, such as night birds and bears.

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The American native tribes also had another representation of this animal as a symbol of passionate love. Therefore, often during the men and women parties they joined in the so -called «rabbit dance».

The ancient Egyptians presented the god Osiris with a hare head. In Greek mythology, the rabbit was an Aphrodite symbol (goddess of love and sex). In ancient Rome, it was believed that rabbit meat fought female sterility and that the testicles favored conception.

The Celts, the Maya and East

The rabbit was the sacred animal of the goddess of victory for the Celts. Mayan and Aztec civilizations present this figure as a symbol of the moon. For the latter, sunscreen were nothing more than rabbits thrown into the moon by the gods and it was believed that hundreds of rabbits watch the crops at night.

In the Mayan culture, a legend tells that the goddess Luna was saved by a rabbit. This salvation is equivalent to the salvation of the entire cycle of life. They also associated this animal with love and medicine.

In China the hare predominates. It occurs at the same time as the fourth animal of the zodiac and as a symbol of longevity and fertility. The hare is the protector of all wild animals and the color of his hair is associated with favorable events; White indicates immortality, black professional success and red equals luck in general.

In Japan, the rabbit is a living living monument that safeguards the species. In Africa, it is considered a sacrifice animal. While in India, the deity corresponding to the name of Bodhisattva has the appearance of a rabbit.

Rabbits (hares) in witchcraft

The hares and rabbits represent the Earth element; Living underground gives them that symbolism. While associating with small people is a symbol of hidden knowledge.

Witches usually associate with cats and hares. Just as sorcerers believed that they had the ability to transform into wolves, the witches are granted the ability to transform into hares.

Part of this statement is related to the reproductive capacity of hares and rabbits with the Aquelarres of Bruges and Sorcerers; Organic meetings of ancient tribal beliefs of fertility that went against Christian belief.

Traits DESCRIPTIONEZE The spirit of the rabbit is often associated with sweetness, tenderness and softness. Conconciation Rabbits are known for their sharp awareness of what surrounds them, which represents a high state of alert. SALDO THE SPIRIT OF THE RABBO Creative. DIVERSION The playful nature of rabbit reminds us that we must embrace joy and find time for leisure and fun.Table 2: Rabbit’s spiritual animal features

The fear of hares and rabbits has changed over the centuries and today are considered a symbol of Easter (spring or rebirth). Thus, when the rabbit leaves chocolate eggs to children – the egg we remember that it is a symbol of the beginning of things – we are remembering ancient myths of death (winter) and resurrection (spring).

Explanation of black rabbit symbolism

In some parts of Europe it is believed that the black rabbit is a creature of witchcraft. The hares and rabbits were the favorites of the witches.

In addition, in some British colonies it was believed that the witches adopted rabbit shape to travel without being detected. In the establishment of the patriarchy, it was believed that the devil often adopted the shape of a three -legged hare.

This inspired the belief of the powers or the luck that a rabbit leg can give to whoever possesses it.

Also in other cultures the rabbits were represented as divine creatures that accompanied Goddesses such as Aphrodite, Cerridweny Freyja.

Explanation of the symbology of white rabbit

Some esoteric beliefs say that white rabbits symbolize loyalty, that is, the person who has dreamed of the rabbit is faithful in love.

It is also given the same meaning if it is another person who holds the rabbit, for example, if you dream that your partner carries a white rabbit in his arms, it means that it is faithful to you.

They can also have other meanings, such as fertility or rapid adaptation to any life situation.

Has the phrase «follow the white rabbit»? It is a reference to Alicia’s rabbit in Wonderland and is used in the movie «Matrix». This phrase summarizes what this character can mean based on literary work. The white rabbit is a symbol of spiritual and physical guidance. It is a being that wants to show us something, or at least that is the meaning they give us in the book written by Lewis Carroll.

Spiritual meaning of rabbits in dreams

Dreaming of a rabbit leads the dreamer to confront a powerful symbol: the fear that the dreamer will face (or be facing his fears and his vulnerability.

And it is precisely the tenderness, sweetness and helplessness of this animal in dreams that shows the issue of vulnerability, ingenuity and child curiosity.

Perhaps the dreamer must draw attention to similar qualities that are emerging in their behavior (or that of a nearby person), and dreaming of a rabbit can then indicate what scares him and highlights the most fearful parts of his personality to what is happening.

Dreaming scenario interpretation View a rabbit in dreams can symbolize fertility, abundance and new beginnings. Pending a rabbit pending a rabbit in dreams can mean pursuing opportunities or elusive or challenging desires. Being persecuted by a rabbits chased by a rabbit in dreams can represent feeling overwhelmed or persecuted by fears or anxieties. Rabbit is in a quiet and serene environment, can indicate a sense of security and tranquility. Conejo Parlanteun Rabbit that speaks in dreams can symbolize a wise advice or the need to hear its intuition.Table 3: Interpretations of rabbit dreams

What if a rabbit crosses your path?

Like some people fear the black cats that cross the road, the passage of a rabbit in front of the traveler is a sign of good fortune … but if you cross the road after the passage of rabbits is considered bad luck.

Rabbits for spiritual orientation

When we need spiritual orientation, we can resort to these animals, which for the ancient Native Americans are beings sent by nature.

At each stage of life, there are one or more different animals that serve us as teachers and are presented in various situations so that we can understand their message through their presence. Each of these animals is presented in the form of a totem so as not to forget their message and always have them as protectors.

It is a totemic animal that is associated with fear, sweetness and fertility. When it occurs in our lives, you want to show us that we must be more alert and …