According to Feng Shui, the lion is a protector from all kinds of threats from the external environment. The figurine allows you to bring prosperity and stability to your home, as well as maintain peace. Among other things, the lion figurine will help fight the anger and envy of ill-wishers, putting up an invisible barrier to negative energy that is directed against the inhabitants of the home.
This symbol is a figurine of a lion, which can be depicted in various poses. The lion figurine brings the main magical effect to the energy of the owner of the house. Leo activates the functions of a protector, allowing the owner to recharge himself with the energy of fearlessness and greatness.
Types of figurines:
Lion on a pedestal. Often the lion himself is depicted on a towering pedestal, which symbolizes his superiority over everyone.- A lion with an open mouth. A mouth gaping in a menacing roar with huge fangs, according to Feng Shui, symbolizes a call to submission, thereby prioritizing social castes.
Crouching lion. This pose symbolizes the dominant hunting instinct in the lion. Powerful paws and confident movements leave no doubt that the prey will be struck by a predator.- Leo in a jump. Often the figure of a lion can be depicted in a jump, a second before attacking the victim. This pose reflects the concentration, power and pressure of the moment of the jump of the recognized king of animals.
In general, the feline grace and confidence that lives in this animal is expressed in any pose of this animal, therefore lions are depicted in both a lying and standing position, as well as in movement, without losing the sense of their own power and dignity.
Mythology of the image of Leo
Since Leo is the king of animals, in size and strength, protecting his territory and his pack (pride), in mythology and religion, this aspect was primarily used.
Therefore, Leo is a symbol of power, wealth and dignity of rulers . It is not for nothing that in the Russian language, which has preserved the essence and true meaning of the names, in the word korolevsky, this beast is present. As you know, there were no kings in Rus', which means we were talking about foreigners.
These animals lived at different times in the palaces of rulers, tamed or isolated in special zoos.
The lion is a zoomorphic image of several Egyptian goddesses. Sekhmet , the daughter of the god Ra, was depicted as a woman with the head of a lioness. And with the solar disk above her head - her influence was identified with solar energy. It was believed that Sekhmet had a character that could not be controlled (of course, no one can control the Sun!).
The Egyptians also declared her the guardian of peace and protector of people, which gave them a reason to turn to Sekhmet in times of danger.
Goddess Sekhmet (photo from https://pin.it/kmi7nvwjg4amch)
Another daughter of the god Ra - Tefnut (her other name is the Nubian cat), also a goddess with the head of a lioness and a solar disk above her head, had the opposite function - she was the goddess of moisture, rain and natural fertility. This was precisely the highest mercy of heaven for people living by agriculture.
The lioness was the companion of the Babylonian goddess of war, fertility and carnal love - Ishtar , this goddess herself was called the “fierce lioness”. In the hymn to Ishtar, she is praised as “the giver of vitality, health and good fortune.”
The Buddhist Lion is a zoomorphic image of many divine beings (Avalokiteshvara, Maitreya, Vairochana, Manjushri, Buddha), who, according to legend, either embodied in this form or were associated with it.
Christ was sometimes associated with Leo as the solar archetype, conquering evil and darkness. In Christianity, the Leo is entrenched as a symbol of the Evangelist Mark , however, in the Old Believer tradition it is considered a symbol of John . It seems that these are just different interpretations of the faces of the so-called. tetramorph (lion, eagle, bull and angel). After all, Christian prophets received their information through revelations, now called meditation and channeling. And all practitioners know that the results of this method are very subjective.
For example, in the vision of the prophet Ezekiel, the tetramorph appeared with four faces, and one of these faces was the face of a Lion. These images are enshrined in Tarot cards. In other revelations, the divine geometry of the square was described and interpreted differently.
21 Tarot Arcana - World card
Also in Kabbalah , the lion is one of the four sacred animals, as one of the four pillars of our world, the cosmic guardians.
An important archetype of Leo is the mystery of the victory of the human principle over the animal , the fierce beast. If, for example, in a similar mystery the Dragon had to be killed or ridden, then the Leo must be tamed and pacified.
Although in meaning, “pacifying a predator” for a person in ancient times meant victory over one’s animal nature , over passions. However, the more recent the story, the more literally this mystery was perceived.
In Atlantis, women from the ruling dynasties had a ritual for taming a lion , which formed the basis of the image of the Tarot card "Strength".
The girl was left in the same space with the predator; she needed to stay alive, taming the lion with her love and intelligence. It was believed that if she is pure, there are no low vibrations in her - fear, lust, evil, then the lion will not harm her.
In Babylon, the demonic forces of chaos were hidden in the images of lions; the names of these demons have come down to us - Ugallu and Uridimmu, evil and cruel spirits. In Mesopotamia, the legendary Gilgamesh fought with the Lion, which was preserved on the seals of those times. And one of the feats of the irrepressible Hercules was the victory over the Nemean lion.
Much later, in Ancient Rome, distinguished by its wild customs, lions were brought to participate in gladiatorial battles and were exterminated by the hundreds. image of the lion hunter reigned , with lions represented as cannibals, symbols of the wild nature that man conquered:
We cut down forests, we dug ditches,
In the evenings, lions approached us.
But there were no cowardly souls among us,
We shot at them, aiming between the eyes.
N. Gumilyov “By the fireplace”
Another interesting aspect is the legendary creatures with characteristics of the lion breed, which would now be called the result of genetic experiments:
Photo https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/lion
From the lion genes in these creatures - strength, some unique abilities and the danger emanating from them.
Materials for making figurines
The most popular among feng shui fans are lion figurines made of wood or various metals. Often figurines are decorated with precious or semi-precious stones, which gives them even greater luster and majesty. Of course, figurines made of yellow metals look more advantageous, since they fully reflect the message that the symbol itself carries. However, no matter what material your lion figurine is made from, it will always bring success and prosperity to your home.
Lion Totem
A very ambiguous totem, it contains many excellent qualities that allow a person to behave powerfully and brightly in dangerous and extreme situations, to become a natural leader around whom other people rally.
But this same totem can mean a clear egoistic attitude, when a person does not notice anyone or anything except himself and his own desires and problems.
If your power animal is Leo, then you can discover the power within you that fuels your creativity. You are capable of great love and devotion, but the flip side of this will be jealousy and pride.
In proximity - the most important for you are tactile sensations, touching, stroking. All lions need long-term rest, so allow yourself to sleep a lot, bask, and relax. This is how you accumulate strength for the next glorious hunt.
It is important for you not to waste your time on trifles, but to strive for high and important goals in life, for what only you can do.
For people who have a lion as their power animal, it is best to leave their parents’ family in their youth and build their own life, as they want and like it. They can spend a long time searching, or they can quickly find their place and acquire their own “pride” - a group of friends and colleagues, their own family.
A man with the Leo totem loves to play big, always aims for the most trump roles in society and in other people’s lives. Confident in himself, his masculine attractiveness and his own sexual abilities. Thirsts for fame and honor, demands recognition.
How a partner can be faithful and devoted, but at the same time quite selfish, allowing a woman to love and caress him, and do everything for herself. After all, Leo animals also grant the right to their females to hunt, while they themselves prefer to rest at this time or protect the territory from other Lions . Their motto is “lions don’t hunt mice,” that is, they leave all the things that don’t require their capabilities to others to do. They become more active when something important and complex appears.
The Leo man quickly turns on, decides everything, organizes, sorts things out and relaxes again, accumulating strength. It is in this cycle that he works best. After all, their totem animals - lions - do not know how to run for a long time, they are powerful sprinters: they sneak up, rush, catch up with the victim and grab (successfully or not). And they wait for the next opportunity, a new throw, another hunt.
As a father , the Leo man loves girls more, with them he is gentle and caring, he is in awe of his daughters. Boys are initially rivals for his attention. He is unlikely to want to raise other people's children; he will try to get rid of them as quickly as possible.
A woman with the Lioness totem is very able-bodied and talented, possessing powerful and stable energy. She devotes quite a lot of time to her family and relatives, loves her company and friends, this gives her a feeling of security and practicality. She is usually generous and knows how to donate her time and money.
Needs a strong partner, but allows himself to be treated not always fairly. She can “carry” the whole family for a long time if she feels that this is her function.
But at work, on the contrary, she tries to occupy a special position where she will feel independent, so that no one will impose or dictate anything to her. She herself will choose when and what to do, with whom to meet. In communication he can be affectionate and purr, but if necessary he can growl and show his teeth.
Location of figurines in the house
A lion figurine is usually used near the entrances to the home or windows, as the main throughput sources of energy.
The fiery color of the animal's mane associates it with the creation of the sun. According to Feng Shui, it is believed that these symbols need sunlight, which energizes them. Therefore, lion figurines are often placed on window sills. Also, the figurine will bring maximum benefit if it is located at the entrance to your home. It is not for nothing that for a long time the front gates were decorated with guards made of statues of these golden-maned animals. And now this phenomenon has not lost its relevance, only with the caveat that massive gates have given way, in most cases, to front doors in apartment buildings. Alexander, November 8, 2014.
Leo according to Feng Shui - the meaning of the talisman
The symbol has several equivalent meanings:
- Firstly , according to Feng Shui, a lion is greatness, courage and wisdom.
Three components that add up to a formula for absolute success. Any item depicting the king of beasts can be considered a talisman of the winners. Moreover, in any field. Such an amulet is suitable for an athlete and a warrior, a businessman and a politician - for every person who is moving towards achieving a great goal.
- Secondly , the lion symbolizes victory over one’s own dangerous passions, weaknesses, and shortcomings.
It will help those who strive for self-improvement, enlightenment, and learning something new. This is an amulet of innovators and discoverers, scientists, travelers.
- Thirdly , the king of beasts is the best defender of the house and its inhabitants.
According to Feng Shui, a figurine or painting with a lion can be placed next to the front door so that the predator looks at those coming into the home. This way he will be able to reflect the flows of negative energy and not let it in.
Lion of Jerusalem
According to the Hebrew calendar, the zodiac sign Leo is a symbol of the month of Agv, which falls in July-August. The lion is also considered the emblem of the tribe of Judah, where the kings of the ancient Jews came from and to which Jesus Christ belonged. Followers of Judaism believe that the expected future messiah will come from this tribe. The Lion of Judah is a solar sign that should destroy the troubles and suffering of the people of Israel. According to the prophecy of the Talmud, on the day when the Messiah comes, God will take the sun out of its “case”, and it will burn all the wicked and bring healing to the righteous. The lion is located on the shield of the coat of arms of Jerusalem against the background of the Western Wall. The olive branches bordering the coat of arms symbolize peace and tranquility.
Coat of arms of Jerusalem
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