According to legend, three giant elephants held the earth's dome on their mighty backs, their monumental legs-pillars served as a foundation and a reliable stronghold of earthly life.

It is not surprising that in mythology, elephants are found for the most part only positive images and meanings.

They are credited with:

Purity of soul and even holiness- Buddhists praised rare white elephants, they are the symbol of spiritual knowledge, virtue and purity. The white elephant is a solar, solar symbol of the Spirit and the manifestation of divine energy.

According to legend, before the birth of the Buddha, his mother Maya saw in a dream a small white elephant that descended from the Golden Mountain and entered her room. And allegedly, Nepalese astrologers who advise royal family, in this image of the queen's dream, they saw a sign of the imminent birth of the Savior of mankind and the Lord of the earth. And the Buddha came!

Love and fidelity, the ability to remain chaste- these qualities were attributed to elephants by medieval Europeans. The basis of this belief is the fact that during the period of pregnancy of his female, the male elephant refrains from sexual intercourse.

Destruction of evil and victory over death are Christian benefactors attributed to the image of an elephant. He tramples the ground and kills snakes, which among Christians are symbols of the forces of the devil. Subsequently, this image multiplied and turned into figurines of the Seven Elephants, which became popular household talismans, designed to keep family well-being in all seven spheres of earthly life.

Wisdom and well-being- mythological properties of Ganesha (Ganapati), the son of Shiva and Parvati, humanoid creature with the head of an elephant. God Ganesha is very popular in Hinduism.

He can be classified as a being with the qualities of the planet Mercury. After all, reason and intellect, sacred speech, as well as success and well-being, which are achieved by these qualities and abilities, are associated with it. Ganesha patronizes art and culture, brings good luck and prosperity.

Ganesha's mount is a rat into which he turned his enemy, the giant Gajamukh. This act also shines through with wisdom and practicality - why kill the enemy when he can be perfectly forced to serve himself and perform a useful function.

Kindness and friendliness- in countries where elephants are found, there are beliefs that if an elephant meets a person who has lost his way in the forest, he will definitely lead him to the road, one way or another will lead him to people.

Also, a developed intellect and prudence, good nature and peacefulness connect the elephant with the highest caste of the Brahmins in India. It is these qualities that are born hallmark all earthly lords who are carriers and keepers of higher knowledge. These same qualities allow you to observe moral purity. And it is they who ultimately bring victory and glory, prosperity and longevity.

Elephants in history have periodically tried to use as fighting animals(Indians, Hellenes, Saracens, etc.). Huge animals, on which towers were installed, where up to 10-15 shooters could fit, had a powerful psychological impact on enemy armies, especially in the first moments of their appearance in battle.

However, in fact, in the heat of battle, the elephants were easily frightened and disoriented, in a panic, swept away both their own and others. Perhaps you remember a vivid episode from the film "The Lord of the Rings", when elephants with Saracens appeared on the battlefield ...

As a result, in combat, elephants were recognized as an extra burden for the troops. That does not prevent hitherto from using orders with the symbols of the Elephant as the highest national awards.

For example, in Denmark, in memory of the crusaders who were not afraid of the fighting elephants of the Saracens, there have been for 6 centuries Elite Order of the Elephant- the highest national award.

Also in Thailand, one of the highest state awards is Most Holy Order of the White Elephant awarded for special military and civilian merit.

Another aspect associated with the elephant is exclusively natural, associated with the element of water. The divine white elephant Airavata was not only the fighting and riding animal of Indra, the supreme god of thunder in Indian mythology. But also a symbol of fertility bestowed by tropical showers.

White elephant Airavata, Krishna and Indra

This symbol is relevant not only for India, but also for Burma, Thailand and Cambodia. For all of them, the elephant is a symbol of the fertility of rain, like water, bestowed from above by the gods - for the earth and man.

Elephant symbol - meaning

The main meanings of the elephant symbol:

• developed intelligence, wisdom and prudence;
• connection with eternity, longevity;
• marital fidelity and family well-being;
• benevolence and compassion;
• supreme power (in some countries);
• prosperity and happiness, strength and energy - in all spheres of life;
• fertility from above.

There are several vivid metaphors associated with the elephant symbol:

Elephant in a china shop e - means a clumsy and clumsy person who is not able to cope with the nuances and subtleties of the external and internal situation. That is, with all his mind, such an “elephant” has its own weaknesses and life situations in which it is not able to behave adequately.

Ivory tower- This is a symbol of female impregnability, remoteness and avoidance of sexual relations with men. Emphasizes a certain exclusivity and idealism of this woman, her unwillingness to condescend to ordinary physical relationships.

Elephant symbol in heraldry

This symbol is actively involved in heraldry, traditionally they represent strength, glory and prosperity.

The elephant is traditional symbol of the African continent, it can be seen in the state heraldry of the Central African Republic, Congo, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Swaziland.

In India, the emblem of the elephant is applied to the standard of the highest ruler of the country, in this moment this is the president. The elephant also adorns the flag and seal of Bangkok.

Flag of Bangkok

In the United States, the Republicans have made the outlandish elephant an unofficial, but recognized and traditional symbol of their own party.

This animal is often depicted on banknotes and coins in in large numbers countries of Southeast Asia, Africa and even Europe. Apparently, its symbol is intended to testify to the special reliability and stability of this money.

Elephant as an emblem

Since the elephant is an animal that moving slowly, its usual speed is only 2-6 km. per hour, so the elephant symbol is rarely used in areas related to movement and speed.

A rare exception was the elephant figurine that adorned Bugatti's luxury car, the Bugatti Type 41, better known as the Bugatti Royale.

And although the Bugatti Royale appeared in 1926 and was released in only 6 copies, it is still considered one of the most luxurious cars ever made.

Most often in corporate identities of companies, logos and trademarks, elephants are used as a symbol of the egregor in which this or that agricultural crop is grown.

For example, there are numerous well-known tea and coffee companies, using elephant symbols: Indian tea companies "with an elephant", Three Elephants tea, Williamson Tea, Moscow Tea Factory, Vietnamese coffee "Elephant" and many others.

The Japanese trademark "Three Elephants", known in Russia for quality umbrellas, was founded in 1888 in Osaka. At first, the company's products were intended for the Indian market, where the elephant is a sacred and untouchable animal.

The Japanese took all this into account, but added the number 3 to the elephant talisman, which is considered lucky in their country, and did not lose.

The Elephant emblem is best used by companies that rely on the reliability and quality of their own products, and intend to enter the market seriously and for a long time.

It is a symbol of patience, wisdom and non-aggressive power, which means that the company has a good idea and sufficient financial resources necessary to gradually conquer the market, step by step and slowly crowd out competitors.

elephant totem

The person with the main totem of the elephant outwardly is quite tall and large, he has a large head, arms and legs, although he may look slow and clumsy. It can be distinguished by large ears and protruding ears, thick skin and not very thick hair.

By nature, he can be calm, this is the most good-natured and benevolent person, with a philosophical mindset and slowness in conclusions and behavior. Very well develop the mind of such a person - chess.

Elephants have a pronounced musicality, they can be prone to creativity in the musical field, good performers - they are best able to handle wind instruments.

Physically, he is very hardy and strong. Sometimes passions will rage in him, he is characterized by sexual impulses and he is capable of great feats in the name of love.

But not only Creative skills lead the elephants forward, they are all practical and able to combine their high aspirations with commercial talent and practicality. They are able to do great things, they plan and organize everything on a grand scale, they do it reliably, for centuries.

They are very economic, they love elitism, luxury and a high standard of living, they strive for respectability, they are able to live “in a big way”. They can become excellent collectors and even patrons of art - by conviction.

Savva Mamontov - the most famous Elephant

Men are very prolific, idolize their wife and children. In exceptional moments, they can show jealousy and are sometimes able to trample on a competitor.

Elephant women are like men, they are calm and self-possessed, faithful and constant. Large and do not have classical beauty, but are charismatic and have a powerful energy that absolutely replaces their external data.

They love smart and practical men, they are ready to invest in their husband and family 100% of their own strength. They often have few children, prefer to raise one child first, then have a second, and then switch to grandchildren.

Good organizers and practical leaders, able to plow for two, exceptionally constant in their attachments and life goals. Therefore, they are often accompanied by success and good luck does not pass by.

Mascot Elephant

The elephant as a talisman, amulet, amulet is used to increase the positive in your life. But you need to be ready for this flow of grace, that is, to live with an open heart and use your own intellect for good.

The elephant as a symbol is most suitable for those people:

• who has this animal as his main totem;
• born in the years of the Elephant according to the Zoroastrian calendar: 1924, 1956, 1988, 2020 ;
• in whose horoscope degrees are manifested, are associated with elephant totems, this first degrees of fixed signs: 1 degree Taurus (Indian); 1 degree Leo (African); 1 degree Scorpio (mammoth); 1 degree of Aquarius (white, mastodon).

elephant tattoo- since the elephant's trunk is generally associated with a phallic symbol, it can serve as a purely male tattoo to strengthen male potency, fertility.

But at the same time, remember that this animal is a model of fidelity, patience and chastity. Therefore, this image as a tattoo is suitable for those men who are ready for serious relationship They know how to be both passionate and patient.

He will emphasize that you are smart, hopeful, you know your worth, you have strength and power in the sexual sphere, but you know how to restrain yourself and save energy for the sake of quality relationships.

How female tattoo or decoration, the elephant emphasizes the fact that you are a woman unambiguously with bright side universe. You value knowledge and know how to understand people, it is more important for you to live in peace with your own Soul than to chase fashion, popularity or quick results. You are an adherent of eternal values, and your family will be strong, prosperous and stable.

Elephant with trunk up- as a tattoo and a talisman, it symbolizes that your business is going up, you have potential and you realize it powerfully and steadily:

• in love and relationships - for singles: you are ready to meet and develop a new partnership that will soon enter your life,
• in love and relationships - for those who are already in a couple: strengthening the connection with your partner, reaching a new level;
• in the profession - you are striving for growth and you are waiting for an increase in the qualification and career level;
• in financial and social status - you can grow even more, increase your assets and advance socially.

Figurine of an elephant with a raised trunk- will be an excellent talisman for a person who wants to stand firmly on his feet and realize his own talents in the realities of life.

Amulet of the Great Elephant and his raised trunk also signifies:

• your appeal to Heaven and the help of higher powers,
• you have a higher channel, a spiritual source - through which knowledge and necessary information flow for you;
• sensitivity to the twists and turns of one's own fate, a quick understanding of the life tasks that are set before you.

Talisman of several elephants in one composition:

Three elephants- means well-being on three levels of your life: intellectual, heart and physical. Or at the level of Body, Soul and Spirit. This is a harmonious symbol of the integrity that you want to bring into your own life, and such a talisman will contribute to this.

Seven elephants- means the presence of a positive force of growth and development on all seven layers of earthly life, on each layer of reality (physical, ethereal, astral, mental, causal, budhial, atmanic levels). This is a traditional symbol that combines the power and positiveness of elephants and the magic of the number 7.

The talisman can be as vertical, and then the animals are located one on top of the other, like a pyramid. So it is horizontal, and then the trunk of one elephant holds the tail of the previous one, which means an unhindered flow from one level of energy and vibration to the next.

Feng Shui talismans are well-being magnets that reflect your desire in a given period of time. One of the types of such talismans are classic talismans. Most often they are expressed in the form of figures of Gods, coins, vases, candles or bells. They are effective because they have been used for thousands of years. The main thing is to get a talisman that you like and place it correctly.

So what does an elephant mean in Feng Shui? Nowadays, they are most often used as an element of decor. But they are still an ancient Feng Shui talisman. Elephants bring positive Qi energy to everyone's life, which symbolizes sustainable life and understanding. This figurine will help wasteful people not to spend money uselessly.

In order to protect your office or home from all sorts of attacks, it is best to buy elephant figurines and install them at the entrance with their heads on the incoming ones.

If you want to wish someone prosperity and strength, peace, fidelity and peace in the house, then it is best to buy an elephant figurine as a gift, because its presence in the house eliminates problems and conflicts, brings communication and understanding.

When you buy an elephant figurine, it is very important to pay attention to its trunk. It can be bent down or pointing up.

What does an elephant with a different position of the trunk mean

Symbolizes wealth and attracts various material goods. Such an elephant will be a great gift for the head of the family or leader.

If you bought, then give it to a woman, because it is a symbol of motherhood. Such a figure will help to get pregnant even for those who have already given up trying. It happens that. It is these figurines that will help protect children from problems and failures. Also, if there are problems with conception, then a pair of elephant figurines placed in the bedroom will give its positive effect.

There is an opinion that if you become the happy owner of seven elephant mascots, then your house will be filled with good luck, prosperity, love and prosperity. But their number is not a decisive factor for attracting good luck. It is necessary to choose the number of figurines of elephants based on personal desire.

Elephant and his place

What does the elephant standing in different places of the apartment mean?

When choosing a place for an elephant figurine, you need to take into account that the most favorable place for it is the southeast and northwest sectors. But you can place the figurine in other places - the elephant is not a capricious animal in this regard. If, nevertheless, it is located in the southeastern sector (a zone of wealth and prosperity), then it will contribute to the head of the family, and if in the northeastern sector, then it will attract a strong patron to the house.

However, the most popular place for the elephant to stay is the window sill, but only if yours and it is directed towards a bright star. In this case, your home will be filled with powerful positive energy.

If you put your elephant to look inside the house, then this will mean that luck is already in it, and you have achieved a lot in life.

Just put the figurine in the corner of the room, then he will remove the negative energy that accumulates in it.

However, the elephant can be placed anywhere.

And if your elephant is depicted in a picture, a box or in the form of a toy, then the result of the action will be the same.

The elephant talisman is quite powerful and does not require auxiliary activation. But still, it is advisable to charge it and conduct a purification ritual. In order for this symbol to serve you better, “pamper” it with an ornament - a chain made of good metal or a rosary of gems. Remember never to use ivory jewelry.

Here is such a slightly clumsy, but very nice family will become your faithful assistant on the way to gaining confidence, strength and well-being.

A detailed description of the various feng shui figures of elephants, which are responsible for luck, prosperity, success, wealth and wisdom.

Elephant figurine- This is a small sculpture that depicts a majestic animal with a trunk directed upwards. This is one of the most revered symbols in Feng Shui. This talisman is used to bring good luck and prosperity, success and wealth, wisdom and vitality, endurance and power to the house.

The figurines are made of a wide variety of materials: glass, ceramics, porcelain, metal, wood. Among traditional figurines, special figurines are sometimes found:

Where is the best place to put an elephant figurine?

Each area of ​​the house is responsible for certain aspects in life, so the location of the elephant figurine is determined depending on the tasks that wise owners set for themselves.

• One elephant or a pair of majestic animals is sure to be located at the front door or in front of it. Elephants attract good luck with their trunk into the house, bring happiness and protect the household. They attract financial success to the family even if they stand on the window.
• A couple of elephants are sometimes placed on a bedside table in the matrimonial bedroom. They contribute to the preservation of love and fidelity between two people. Sometimes, for the same purpose, an elephant with an elephant is placed on the table in the office in order to protect their family from ruin and outside interference.
• In the bedroom not bad to have as many as seven elephants. In Feng Shui, this number is endowed with a special meaning. A group of noble animals activates the qi energy aimed at the birth of children.
• Elephant figurine brings good luck children, if it will stand in their room on the table. This magnificent creature with its presence will activate the efficiency of the growing son or daughter. Let her stand on the kids desk, turning to them with its mighty trunk.
• Don't forget to put an elephant on the office table so that all projects that start in this place will be sure to be successful and complete.

In order for elephants to bring good luck, one must believe in them and respect them, choosing a place for them in the house. You should never place a figurine near broken things. Let these cute figurines be a welcome gift for anyone who wants stability and prosperity.

Elephant made of ivory, will help overly soft and gentle people to become a little tougher. Thanks to the talisman, you will learn how to repulse your opponents and finally win your place under the sun.

Elephant made of gold (or other yellow metal)- Athletes' mascot. It helps to focus on the result and achieve victory. The golden elephant will push all others to the pinnacle of success. True, there is a risk of reaching the goal over corpses: firmness bordering on cruelty is the flip side of the acquired leadership.

Elephant made of silver (or other white metal) rewards his master with wisdom - a quality without which you cannot stay on the throne or on the pedestal for a long time. Especially such an elephant loves female leaders.

crystal elephant you need to cherish like the apple of your eye, because such a talisman takes troubles and hardships away from the owner, protects from the blows of fate. True, for this it needs to be energized - to hold the elephant in the palms and say the cherished desire and prayer to the Most Holy Theotokos several times.

white marble elephant will do good service to nervous natures, endowing them with endurance and the ability to calmly endure life's hardships. With its acquisition, no squabbles either at home or at work will knock the ground out from under your feet.

Jasper Elephant useful to narcissistic, arrogant people - those who do not remember good. The talisman will refresh their memory and make them show mercy in return.

Malachite elephant- the hope and support of everyone who dreams of a change of scenery: wants to open their own business, get an education, get a job new job- but never resolved. The talisman will give you the necessary confidence and optimism.

Elephant from amber- the talisman of all wives and husbands who are not inclined to trust their spouses. Amber Elephant will help you get rid of jealousy.

Count in order!

One elephant able to strengthen a person's faith in their own strength, increase their magnetism and charm.

Two elephants speed up the meeting with the second half.

Three elephants contribute to the birth of a child.

Four elephants guarantee stability and wealth.

five elephants help to start a new business and escape from the routine of everyday life.

Six elephants give good luck in love.

Seven elephants fulfill wishes.

Eight elephants help to resist the blows of fate.

nine elephants contribute to the development of intelligence.

ten elephants change life for the better.

Eleven elephants endow their owner with health and strength.

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Elephant with trunk up considered a symbol wealth. It is also believed that the elephant helps to reduce unnecessary material waste, its stability and stability can affect the extravagance of the owners of the house, moderating their thirst for spending money on unnecessary things.
Elephant with trunk down is the patron saint of women, he gives motherhood. Therefore, women who are trying in vain to have a child should pay attention to the figurine of an elephant with a lowered trunk. Often such elephants are depicted next to their offspring - one or even several baby elephants.
The elephant can be placed both in the Southeast, in the zone of wealth and prosperity, and in the Northwest, as the elephant embodies the power and indestructible strength of the Northwestern sector of helpers and patrons.

There is also such a “romantic” recommendation - to place an elephant figurine on the windowsill, with its trunk towards the glass, so that it can admire the shooting stars and take away their beneficial energy for the good luck and prosperity of all households.

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Elephants are made in two types: with a trunk up (a symbol of freedom and change) and with a trunk down (a symbol of stability and stability), so you can choose according to your temperament and lifestyle.

The elephant is a powerful feng shui symbol. It attracts good luck, personifies strength and wisdom. An elephant with a raised trunk must be placed so that he looks at front door. So he will attract the right people. You can use the elephant symbol equally effectively at home and in the office to attract partners and customers. Things are somewhat different with the elephant, whose trunk is lowered. It is believed that such a symbol protects the house. An elephant with its trunk lowered, aimed at the bed of the spouses in the bedroom, helps in the conception of a child. With his powerful trunk, he, as it were, draws the energies necessary for conception from the surrounding space and accumulates them in the bedroom.

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The elephant is a sacred animal, one of the seven treasures of Buddhism.

In Chinese practice, the elephant is not very common, but is a symbol of strength, invincibility and wisdom.

According to Feng Shui, an elephant is a favorable animal, a symbol of stability and stability.

To activate the elephant as a talisman, you just need to decorate it. For example, by hanging beads or a chain around his neck. Everything but the ivory jewelry. You don't want to piss him off, do you?

Elephant with trunk down

It is believed that such an elephant guards the house.

Also, the lowered trunk, directed to the bed of the spouses in the bedroom, helps in conceiving a child. With his powerful trunk, he, as it were, draws the energies necessary for conception from the surrounding space and accumulates them in the bedroom. To activate this process, two elephants with lowered trunks, decorated by you, are required.

If you put such an elephant in the western corner of the apartment, this will contribute to the development of creativity, new ideas and ideas.

Elephant with trunk up

It is believed that thanks to its trunk, the elephant "draws" good luck and prosperity into the house. Place it on the windowsill, with its trunk facing the street. If the trunk is turned towards the room, this means that wealth and happiness are already present in your home.

The elephant is also associated with moderation, their images and figures will help people refrain from immoderate spending.

In general, the symbolic presence of an elephant in the house means good luck in the sense of coming true hopes. And what will be your elephant - you choose!)

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An important role in the talisman of the Feng Shui elephant is played by its trunk.

If elephant's trunk up - it will attract material wealth into your life. It will save you from unnecessary spending, and help you be reasonable in matters relating to money.

If trunk down, then such an elephant in Feng Shui is a symbol of fertility and abundance. According to another version, it is considered a symbol of longevity. Some say that an elephant with its trunk lowered is unfavorable as a talisman, but this is not so. Negative consequences are possible from the incorrect location of such an elephant in the house, and not from the fact that his trunk is lowered.

Figurines of feng shui elephants can be made of various materials: wood, metal, glass, porcelain, etc.

Taboo in feng shui: you can not use figures of an elephant or other animals carved from ivory (!) Since such talismans carry the energy of death. And nothing good will come of it.

What are the figurines of elephants in Feng Shui?

feng shui three elephants

White Feng Shui elephant is used to protect the house from negative energy and helps save the family.

Often in souvenir shops you can find a figurine elephants with baby elephants. Such a tandem symbolizes successful motherhood and is good for families who want to have children. Also for families with children. This talisman will protect children from failures in life, as well as promote a favorable relationship between parents and children.

Three elephants according to Feng Shui, they mean the trinity - heaven, earth, man - will help to find harmony in various areas of life.

seven elephants feng shui

Seven elephants according to Feng Shui, this is an auspicious number in Feng Shui, which means a completed cycle (the lunar cycle lasts 7 days). Therefore, 7 feng shui elephants will fill your home with seven blessings: great luck, long life, health, love, mutual understanding, happiness and wealth.

There are elephants with additional mascots (for example, with a feng shui toad). However, Feng Shui is the science of harmony, and it is not worth overloading one sector with many talismans, so as not to cause an imbalance of energies in the room. The feng shui elephant is a self-sufficient talisman that has considerable power. Therefore, it is better to use what is called "in its pure form."

feng shui elephant with toad

Only additional Talisman activation with the help of jewelry (chains, beads, etc.), whether it be a figurine or a picture with an image of an elephant. So you, as it were, "coax" your elephant, and he will "better serve" you. Why decorations? Because earlier, when elephants were used as carriers, they had various very beautiful embroidered capes, pompoms, etc. on them.

Place in the house for an elephant according to feng shui

The place in the house for an elephant in Feng Shui determines the purpose of its use.

In conclusion, I would like to say that when you choose a feng shui elephant talisman, be guided by your intuition, and it will not let you down. The main thing is that you like the elephant, and then he will reciprocate.

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In almost every country since ancient times there has been an animal that is its symbol. Like many other representatives of the fauna, our distant ancestors endowed the elephant with extraordinary magical powers. Talismans in the form of figurines of this animal can now be seen in almost every apartment. What is an elephant for different peoples, the symbol of which is this royal hero?

Feng Shui elephant figurine meaning

In Feng Shui, the elephant is one of the most striking symbols. According to this teaching, there must be a figurine depicting this amazingly majestic and very beautiful animal in the house. The elephant is credited with a number of very valuable qualities that it gives to a person, namely:

• well-being and stability;
• wisdom and kindness;
• reliability and strength;
• luck and endurance.

It is believed that the figurine of an elephant attracts good luck to the house, just like a living elephant draws water with its trunk. A very small souvenir elephant has the ability to fill your home with warmth and love. To protect the household from negative energy, the elephant must be in a conspicuous place. A what does the elephant mean as a symbol reliability? The fact is that due to its large size, it is an animal that stands firmly on its feet. By this analogy, the statuette depicting an elephant is believed to have the ability to create a strong foundation for a prosperous and sustainable lifestyle.

What is an elephant for Chinese culture

What is in China elephant? Symbol of what does he represent? This majestic animal in the Celestial Empire is the emblem of supreme power, symbolizing power and great strength. A donated elephant figurine is considered very valuable in China, as it gives its owner good health and long life. In addition to power, the elephant for the inhabitants of this country is a symbol of such valuable qualities as:

• discretion;
• insight;
• strength and energy.

In China, the elephant is considered a sacred animal, and therefore the attitude towards him in this country is special.

The meaning of the elephant in Indian culture

In the Indian pantheon of gods, the elephant is still revered as deeply as in antiquity. In this country, he is given a special, honorable place. In Buddhism, the white elephant is dedicated to the Buddha, because it was such an elephant that appeared to Queen Maya with the news that the royal ruler of the world had been born. In India, it is also commonly believed that the existence of mankind is possible only as long as these great and calm animals hold the world on their tusks. Elephant in India - a symbol deities. The god of happiness, Ganesha, is depicted as a man with the head of an elephant. Young girls turn to him with a request for love, and married women- the preservation of the family. Therefore, the elephant here personifies love and fidelity. Indians decorate not only houses and temples, but also public institutions with figurines of this giant. In addition to statuettes, in India there are many images of him in the form of drawings both in temples and in dwellings. The inhabitants of this country endow the elephant with the most noble qualities, such as:

• prudence;
• the personification of calm;
• extraordinary deep wisdom;
• dignity.

In India, as in China, the elephant is a sacred animal. Moreover, in India elephant - a symbol of the country, as depicted on its coat of arms.

What does the elephant symbolize in African culture

In African culture, as well as in others, a special place was given to the animal world. The inhabitants of ancient Africa not only used various witchcraft and magical rituals in their daily lives, but also endowed animals living nearby with such abilities. Possessed mystical abilities, in their opinion, and elephant. Symbol of what is this a regal creation for Africans? First of all, among the inhabitants of this continent, the elephant was associated exclusively with positive features:

• firm character;
• deep mind;
• developed intellect;
• logic and intuition;
• peacefulness and patience;
• integrity.

It was also a symbol of longevity and prosperity. There is evidence that the elephant standing on its hind legs was the decoration of the banners under which the soldiers went into battle. But an elephant with a raised trunk was a symbol of victory in Africa. Many frescoes that have survived and have come down to our times depict the direct participation of these strong animals in battles.

What does the symbol of an elephant with a raised trunk mean?

Almost all Feng Shui elephant figurines are made with a raised trunk. Even in ancient times, this beautiful large animal was the personification of strength. The trumpet sound of a voice emitted by its trunk was considered a victory cry. In this form, the elephant is depicted in ancient paintings and frescoes. The trunk raised up symbolizes victory over evil. But if the figure of an elephant standing in the house has its trunk up, this is a sign of the following signs:

• material wealth will appear in your life;
• you can avoid unreasonable spending;
• it will help you to be prudent and prudent in financial matters.

In a word, such a figurine is able to bring stability to your financial situation. Also, the elephant will help you avoid trouble at work. To do this, put a small elephant in your workplace or hang a picture next to the image of this animal.

What does an elephant with a lowered trunk symbolize?

We figured out a little about what an elephant is: a symbol of what with a raised trunk, we found out. But there are figurines depicting these giants with a trunk lowered down. There are several versions of what such an elephant symbolizes, namely:

• motherhood;
• fertility and abundance;
• longevity.

Some do not accept as a talisman a figurine depicting an elephant with its trunk down, considering its meaning to be unfavorable. But this is a wrong assumption. According to the teachings of Feng Shui, if after the appearance of such a figure in your family, troubles began, then this is not because the elephant’s trunk is down, but because you placed it incorrectly in your house.

Elephant figurine - a good gift

Now the figurines of elephants are not only confidently returning to our apartments, but they are also customary to give. Just before you buy such a gift, you need to decide what you want the souvenir to be. elephant, a symbol of what? If you give such a figurine, you need to know exactly what you want to wish to its new owner.

• If you want to please a woman in a leadership position with such a souvenir, then she needs to buy a silver elephant. Being responsible in her post for the work of her subordinates, it is very important for her to have wisdom in making certain decisions. It is the figurine of a silver elephant that can endow it with such a quality.
• A malachite elephant as a gift is ideal for people who want to start a new stage in their lives (find a new job, get an education, start their own business), but are too indecisive for this.
• White marble elephant figurine is an excellent gift for quick-tempered and unbalanced people. This will help them become more calm and resilient, resistant to life's adversities.
• A figurine of a crystal elephant will be very beautiful as a gift. It must be treated very carefully, since such an elephant is able to ward off all adversity from its owner and protect it from the blows of fate.
• It is customary to give a golden elephant (or a figurine made of another yellow metal) as a talisman to athletes. He helps them gather during the competition and achieve the coveted victory.
• But the amber elephant is good gift For jealous husband or jealous wives. It will definitely help to get rid of its new owner from this negative quality.

Conclusion

We learned a little about what good qualities people endowed such a cute animal like elephant, a symbol of what he personifies. Now everyone is again beginning to believe in the miraculous properties of their figures. Small elephants made by skilled craftsmen are no longer considered a sign of philistinism, and collectors pay a lot of money for old porcelain figurines depicting these and other animals. True, for many, small figurines of elephants in a house made of porcelain, metal, glass or other materials are an element of decor. But most still believe in their power and try to place them in their homes, according to the teachings of Feng Shui. The strongest symbol is seven elephants in a row, one smaller than the other. They are in perfect harmony with the decoration of modern apartments, symbolizing good luck and happiness in the house.

This huge sedate animal is the personification of mighty strength, endurance and reliability. This is probably why, in the first ideas of some peoples about the structure of the world, the flat Earth rested on the backs of three powerful elephants, which are held on their backs by a giant drifting in the boundless ocean. The feng shui elephant is a symbol of fidelity, patience, compassion, insight, wisdom, longevity, as well as power, success in business, happiness and prosperity.

Whether you buy an elephant figurine or it will be a beautiful picture with an elephant - according to Feng Shui, this is not important. The role is played by color, material, the position of the trunk, the number of figurines, any additional symbolism. But above all, the talisman should make you sympathetic.

So, the meaning of the white elephant is the adjustment family relations. The talisman attracts good luck to the house and blocks the flow of negative energy. And an elephant with a baby elephant in Feng Shui is a desired pregnancy and happy motherhood. Also, the amulet is perfect for children - it protects them from failures and helps them achieve success in their studies.

Combination with other characters

Often there are figurines of an elephant, supplemented with symbols of good luck:

• Toad on an elephant in feng shui - good luck and wealth.
• A monkey on an elephant is a success in business.
• Elephant on a handful of gold coins - wealth and a stable income.

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Some Feng Shui masters believe that additional symbolism does not enhance the effect of the talisman, but, on the contrary, weakens it.

Figurine material

On sale you can find sculptures from various materials. Even soft and rubbery children's toys can work great as a mascot. Consider the properties of an elephant according to Feng Shui, depending on its material:

• Gold helps to concentrate on goals and achieve them, develops leadership qualities, firmness and perseverance.
• The silver elephant means wisdom. He is especially supportive of women leaders.
• The crystal talisman protects from misfortunes and blows of fate.
• A white marble figurine strengthens the nerves, makes a person resistant to stress and helps to withstand failure.
• Elephant made of jasper strengthens faith in one's own strength, strengthens intuition and protects against the negative energy of sha-chi.
• Malachite amulet will instill confidence and optimism in those who dream of starting their own business, changing their profession or getting an education.
• Amber figurine relieves jealousy and increases self-esteem.

Do not keep an ivory figurine in the house! Otherwise, the thing will begin to exude negative energy and attract negativity into the house.

feng shui elephant trunk

In Feng Shui, an elephant with a raised trunk is a symbol of freedom and change, it attracts money and teaches you how to properly manage it.

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In Feng Shui, elephants with lowered trunks symbolize stability, longevity, abundance and fertility, promise a quick and desired conception, and guard the house.

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There is also an opinion that the lowered trunk is an unfavorable symbol that brings melancholy, despondency and depression to the house.

The number of elephants in feng shui

Depending on your desires, a certain number of elephants are used. According to Feng Shui, their number carries different meanings symbol.

A single figurine of an elephant or a picture of it will enhance your charm and help you become self-confident.

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Two feng shui elephants will help a lonely person find mutual love. Figurines are best placed in, that is, in the southwestern part of the room.

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Three Feng Shui elephants - the desired conception and safe delivery, harmony in the family.

Four figurines promise stability and material well-being.

If you need support in your endeavors or you are tired of a monotonous life and want new experiences and positive events, get five elephants.

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Six eared animals promise luck in the love sphere.

The Seven Feng Shui Elephants will help you achieve your goals and unlock your creativity. In general, the number 7 in Eastern philosophy carries self-confidence, the ability to see many opportunities and skillfully use them. 7 feng shui elephants attract well-being in all areas of life. The amulet gives good health and longevity, mutual love, harmonious relationships with loved ones, as well as success in business and wealth.

Eight figurines will help endure adversity.

9 Feng Shui elephants develop the mind, help to learn new knowledge. It is very good to put nine figures in the nursery.

Ten figurines promise positive changes in life.

Eleven gives vitality and good health.

You can get a large number of figures, but still it is worth observing a sense of proportion. Moreover, their number does not increase luck.

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What do we want to get	Where to place the figurine
luck and prosperity	on the windowsill, the trunk is directed towards the street
attraction useful people, protection from envy and ill will	one or two figures of elephants with trunks directed upwards, looking at the front door
neutralization of "poisonous arrows" (sharp corners of various objects in the interior)	directly opposite all sharp corners
stable income	southeast
health improvement	East
gaining a strong patron, increasing the authority of the head of the family	northwest
happy marital relationship	a pair of sculptures in the southwestern part of the bedroom
conception	elephant with lowered trunk, turned in the direction of the matrimonial bed
from negativity at work	on desktop
improving academic performance	on the student's writing (computer) desk
elimination of negative energy in rooms with a lot of things (for example, in a warehouse)	in any conspicuous place

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The elephant is an ancient and highly respected animal, symbolizing health and longevity. Its image is present on the emblems of power in India, Africa and China. According to the ancient peoples, the leadership qualities of this majestic animal, as well as its insight, wisdom, mental abilities, peacefulness, kindness and love, should be inherent in all rulers.

Today, the talisman in the form of an elephant is very popular among the inhabitants of many countries, the amulet of 7 elephants standing in a row or on top of each other is considered especially important.

What does an elephant mean in feng shui

A powerful animal in the science of Feng Shui is considered very wise and happy. It symbolizes constancy and reliability.

Experts are sure that the elephant's trunk is able to attract prosperity and success in the home. You need to install the figure near the window so that the trunk is turned to the street, it is in this position that it will attract good luck to the house. If you turn the elephant's trunk into the room, then this will mean that there is already success and good luck in the home.

This amulet removes bad energy from the corners of your home. In addition, a kind animal is a real embodiment of a powerful force. So that the elephant helps the family in every business and attracts only good people, experts recommend placing it in the southeast or northwest part of the apartment.

The elephant is rewarded with miraculous magical powers in any of its variations, it can be a figure or a simple drawing on a sheet of paper or cardboard. As a Feng Shui amulet, you can use figurines made of any material you like, be it ceramics, bronze or bone. As an amulet, even any rag or rubber toys of elephants will do.

Activation of the Feng Shui amulet - elephant

The elephant is revered throughout the world

The elephant as a good luck talisman is considered very powerful in Feng Shui, so it does not require additional activation. But, despite this, he needs a variety of decorations. Therefore, if a person has chosen a figurine in the form of an elephant, then he needs to hang various beads with bright pebbles, a gold chain, etc. on the figure. If the elephant is drawn, then it should be framed in a beautiful frame and a rosary made of sandalwood, cypress or amber should be hung from it. However, it is forbidden to hang decorations made of ivory, in which case the elephant will get angry and begin to take revenge on the whole family.

Myths about the majestic animal

In the Greco-Roman Empire, a powerful elephant is called a symbol of wisdom and is attributed to the planet Mercury. One Roman writer said that the elephant is an animal of faith, worshiping the Sun and the stars. With the onset of the new moon, the animal, bathing in water, turns to the heavenly forces, thus purifying its soul. However, in the minds of the ancient Roman people, the elephant has always been associated with health and longevity, fame and invincibility. It was a symbol of superiority over deadly diseases and death.

After some time, the beliefs of the Romans were gradually transferred to the Christian people. Now in Christianity, the elephant has become a symbol of happiness and victory over the dark forces of evil and death.

In Buddhism, the elephant is a sacred animal, one of the 7 treasures of this faith. For example, stone elephants standing over the tomb of the Ming family are objects of worship for all women who do not have children. Women who cannot get pregnant come to the tomb and pray for the birth of a baby.
In the East, the elephant has always been and is a symbol of moderation and longevity, as it lives from 75 to 100 years. Elephants usually die not because of old age, but from hunger, because at that age their teeth fall out and they have nothing to chew food with.

Amulet of the Seven Elephants brings comfort and stability

Amulet - 7 elephants

The amulet of 7 elephants has more magical power than a single figure. This is because the number 7 itself is miraculous and often accompanies every person in everyday life. For example, in ancient times, people knew only about 7 metals - silver, mercury, copper, gold, tin, lead and iron.

The following are 7 planets that every person can easily see - Venus, Jupiter, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Sun and Saturn. The listed planets are always located at the same distance from each other and revolve in the same orbit, and only thanks to them did the concept of eternal universal harmony appear.
There is also an opinion about the 7 Chinese gods that bring happiness, etc. There are a lot of such examples in which the number 7 occurs, therefore it is believed that if there is an amulet figure with 7 elephants in the dwelling, then this room will always be filled with love, happiness, luck, prosperity, health and mutual understanding.