According to the Eastern tradition of Feng Shui, not only does each year correspond to a specific zodiac patron, but also the month, day and even time of day. And based on the characteristics of the character of this patron, a specific time will impose a number of responsibilities and rules on a person. And if you learn them and learn to use them correctly in daily life, you can significantly improve your reality.
Monkeys in the mythology and culture of different nations
Monkey Island (China, Nanwan)
In some ethnic groups there are stories that are opposite in meaning to the idea that man is an evolved ape .
According to legends, there were African tribes expelled to the forests for cannibalism, who, growing wild and degrading there, completely lost their human qualities and became ape-like animals.
The Zulus talked about a tribe of monstrously lazy people who, having decided to live off the labor of others, stopped cultivating the land, became covered with wool, and their hoes turned into tails due to lack of use.
Even in ancient Greek mythology, a certain “monkey island” is mentioned, where the Kerkops lived - former people turned into monkeys by Zeus - for their constant vile lies.
In general, the idea of such stories is clear: when a person abandons his own rational nature and violates the rules prescribed to him by the gods, he goes wild . Or rather, he becomes the animal most similar to him - a monkey.
Apparently, this is why in many cultures, especially in the West, this little animal is perceived as a vicious caricature of a person, endowed with a base character and stupid behavior.
In Christianity, monkeys were credited with diabolical malice . It got to the point where medieval artists who “dare to think that they can compete with nature” were depicted as a monkey who decided to become like God.
But there are other options for human relations in this animal, especially in the east...
In the culture of Tibet, it is believed that it from the sacred monkey that their people, namely the six ancestors, descended. Here it is especially honorable to have this totem - your own or tribal. And moreover, the same sacred monkey incarnated as Avalokiteshvara , after which its cycle of incarnations as the Dalai Lamas .
If we use the so-called channeled information, then Jose Arguelles talked about the Universe of intelligent monkeys, led by the noble lord Thutmosis and Queen Hypnesia:
It is inhabited by happy and carefree creatures, where even huge gorillas and orangutans frolic more than playful monkeys.
(José Arguelles "Probe from Arcturus").
In earthly mythology, there is Hanuman , a Hindu ape-like deity who is revered as a mentor in the sciences and who was the son of the Wind God.
The cult of Hanuman is one of the most widespread throughout Southeast Asia, which brings special freedom to macaques. In India and Thailand, many temples have been built where sacred monkeys are revered, which guarantees the local rhesus monkeys safety and uninterrupted feeding:
In Thailand and Hong Kong, the monkey king has names that literally mean “sky-equal monkey” and “spirit monkey.”
The Chinese modern analogue of Hanuman is the “stone monkey” - the traveler and great sage Sun Wukong . This is the literary character of Wu Cheng'en from the novel Journey to the West, who was originally most interested in gaining immortality.
But with all his knowledge and magical skills, Sun Wukong still died “in the battle” with alcohol. In the next world he behaved inconsistently, acquired the character of a trickster: he cheated, stole, had fun, made scandals - in general, he behaved like a typical monkey.
Read more about trickster gods in the article “Gods of Reason and Knowledge.”
The Egyptian deity of wisdom Thoth had a baboon as one of his sacred animals . Later, dressing in this image, the priests of Egypt celebrated celebrations in honor of the pharaohs.
It is worth recalling the monkey style from ancient Chinese culture. This health-improving movement system was developed by the famous doctor Hua Tuo as part of the “Game of Five Beasts”, designed to improve health.
In the martial art of kung fu, the monkey style combines various techniques of attack and defense, characterized by reaction speed, flexibility, activity and resourcefulness. A person who wants to master this fighting style gets used to the character of the monkey, with its characteristic manifestations:
- she jumps quickly and turns around;
— she easily grabs, strikes, hangs;
- she hides and dodges as if she were in a dense forest;
— she is flexible and alert, but her body is relaxed;
- she feels confident among dangers and difficulties;
- she “plucks the heavenly fruits” (the legendary heavenly peaches), as if she were busy with the most ordinary thing;
- she sees everything that is happening around her, and is ready to immediately hide in case of danger.
Another exotic point, supposedly inherent in some Eastern and African cultures, is eating monkey brains (this dish is believed to help restore sexual male power).
You could have seen a similar episode in the movie “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom”
However, in reality, the custom of eating a monkey's brain is:
- or is not confirmed in popular food culture, as it may be outdated and too exotic;
- or as expensive as possible and carried out illegally;
- or is used as purely ritual dishes among a very small number of peoples.
Features of different clocks according to Feng Shui
Did you know that it is quite possible to choose the perfect date for doing something based on your own and general date selection tools, but not achieve a positive result? This happens due to the incorrectly chosen hour.
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And, on the contrary, almost every day there are watches that can give a person additional luck. Different types of forecasting practices, whatever they may be, pay special attention to the selection of positive hours no less than the selection of favorable days.
If you are also interested in improving your life, read the information about choosing the time in which absolutely all your endeavors and expectations will be crowned with success. During such hours, you receive a portion of additional support from the Universe, which contributes to a more active realization of what you want.
Phraseologisms and their meaning
White monkey is an offensive expression, this is what representatives of other races (for example, Asians) called white people, who for them are ugly and are perceived as “all looking the same.”
Monkey's work - this can be called meaningless and useless work, often ineffective, which, moreover, is essentially not needed by anyone.
Monkey with a grenade - this is often used to describe irrational behavior, mainly among women. When a lady thoughtlessly uses something, the danger or complexity of which she does not take into account (does not want or is not able). This phrase is often associated with the behavior of clueless car ladies.
A little more beautiful than a monkey - wise mothers and grandmothers tell their picky daughters and granddaughters that “a man should be a little more beautiful than a monkey.” The moral of this phrase: what is valued in men is not their appearance; you need to pay attention to more important things: character, abilities, the very attitude towards women and family, etc.
Rodents
Rodents are not welcome in the home
According to Feng Shui, it is not recommended to have rodents in your home. Ancient experts claim that decorative hamsters, rats and other rodents inhibit the spiritual and material growth of their owners. The same can be said about the rodent mascot.
Therefore, if you are an active person and strive for something new and better, it is better not to keep such a talisman at home.
Monkey symbol - meaning
This animal often flashes on our screens and in life, as cute and funny in its own way, but mischievous.
People use talismans and wear jewelry with this image, give souvenirs to each other, and give toys to children. Some even get similar tattoos for themselves.
But who is this symbol suitable for and what does it really mean?
The monkey symbol is most shown to people who:
- bears a “suitable” surname (Martyshkin, Obezyaninov, Babuinov, etc.);
- has the monkey totem as its main one;
- born in the year of the Monkey according to the eastern calendar: 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016;
- has a strongly pronounced Gemini sign and the planet Mercury ;
- in whose natal chart the corresponding degrees of monkey totems are manifested: 4th Aries (green monkey); 29th Aries (arachnid); 1st Virgo (chimpanzee); 19th Scorpio (gorilla); 12th Sagittarius (macaque); 7th Capricorn (orangutan); 21st Aquarius .
Determine the totem by date of birth - order from an ASTROLOGER.
The best qualities given by the symbolism of the monkey:
- mobility and nimbleness - in thoughts and actions;
- liveliness of emotions and lability of the psyche, in connection with this – unpredictability of behavior;
- charm and playfulness, imitation and the ability to “put on” someone else’s image, acting;
- the talent to quickly navigate a situation and the ability to use it to your advantage;
- love of society, craving for easy and pleasant connections;
- sensuality, the gift of finding and receiving pleasure.
If you lack such qualities and you feel that you need them, use talismans with a monkey, learn to interact with the totem of this animal.
The negative aspects of monkey symbolism include:
- excessive self-centeredness;
- some randomness and scatteredness;
- sexual promiscuity;
- openness to the negative qualities and vices of one’s environment.
The most popular symbol is three monkeys , one of which covers its eyes with its paws, the second covers its ears, and the third covers its mouth. In Russian it sounds like: “I don’t see anything, I don’t hear anything, I won’t say anything .
In principle, this style of “non-intervention” is difficult for “Soviet” people, especially women, and therefore can be strongly recommended to them.
However, in the original meaning attributed to Eastern culture, such figures of three monkeys (their Japanese names: Mizaru, Kikazaru and Iwazaru) symbolize the Taoist idea of renunciation and protection from evil:
If I do not see evil, do not hear about evil and do not say anything about it, then I am protected from it.
Sometimes the Japanese, despite the Asians’ dislike for the number 4, add another monkey (Shizaru) to this composition, which is depicted covering its belly or crotch with its paws, which means “I do not commit evil” (or “I do not allow evil to take over me, my will ").
For Western people, this version of the composition of four monkeys is ideally suited as an excellent amulet against evil. After all, it clearly and figuratively shows how to simply and effectively tune your animal nature to interact with the outside world, so as not to “get into trouble.”
Monkey totem and its manifestations
People who have a monkey as their main totem are distinguished by very flexible facial expressions, with the help of which they can express a huge range of emotions and reactions.
Comedian Yuri Askarov
They can also move very deftly and efficiently - in three dimensions at once. Their legs may seem to bend, twist and spring, and their arms are longer than those of other people.
In childhood, monkey children can be very nimble, they are drawn to climb anywhere and everywhere , because they are curious and restless. They grasp very well the features of other people's character and manifestations, are able to imitate other people, make faces, imitate habits and voice.
They have a penchant for other languages and cultures, love to travel, and try everything. They are better than others at creating panic “on the ship”, initiating chaos and confusion.
In their youth they love to show off, they easily become popular, they are great at imitating someone brighter and stronger.
In their personal lives, they may seem superficial and even immoral due to their love of play, changing impressions and sexual promiscuity. Both men and women are not shy about anything, they, as they say, have no complexes . They are surprised that anyone is wired differently.
Although your partner will think that such a person is easy to tame and has an easy character, in reality he has simply merged into your reality, fit into someone else's life. As long as it is convenient or fun for him . Or until something more attractive or interesting appears, a new challenge, a new game. They can also live at the expense of their partners, society.
Representatives of this totem are very fond of variety and an accelerated pace of life - what may seem too chaotic and disorderly to many is normal for them. They often have brilliant abilities, a lot of projects that result in many started and unfinished tasks.
Suitable professions for them are gaming, primarily any stage activity (models and actors) and fine arts.
Donald Wilson - author of the picture
Another professional aspect is the secret service workers who know how to transform, disguise themselves, take on any image, and fit into a new society.
They make popular public figures, politicians who easily confuse others, showing intriguing abilities and the qualities of behind-the-scenes leaders.
They find themselves in the role of testers and researchers, whose insatiable curiosity for new things leads them forward and forward.
At the usual level, they are shown to work in the service sector - they are excellent bartenders and waiters.
Important : a person with a monkey totem must always keep himself under control , otherwise there will be a scattering of talents and degradation in the second part of life. There is a danger of turning from a man into a monkey.
They cope poorly on their own because they are rarely endowed with a sufficiently strong mind, will and awareness.
Written by Gabriel Cornelius von Max
If they are unable to learn self-control, then they will have:
- a rather cool partner (parental type), to whom they were intuitively attracted and remained close to him;
- a boss who will set goals for them and keep them in such a way that “you won’t spoil them”,
- egregor with a rigid ideology, order and hierarchy.
And finally, anyone can use the monkey totem as an additional one if they want:
- faster and easier to relax in relationships;
- become livelier and more artistic;
- learn ease and switchability;
- speed up your reaction to the world around you - for example, so as not to miss the right chances...
On the topic - the section TOTEMS.
Also tips “How to find out your totem?” and the help of an astrologer in this.
Tags: Talismans and amulets, Totems of birds and animals
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