Symbolism and meaning of the magpie as spirit animal

"A magpie brings joys". If you once heard that phrase, it means that your ancestors also passed on to you the meaning of the magpie as a spirit animal. The symbolism of the magpie was formed a long time ago and its spiritual meanings relate to persuasion and tidings that will signify imminent events. Delve into the depth of the meaning of the magpie as a spiritual guide to understand the interpretation of meeting with the bright bird.

What did the magpie symbolize in ancient times

It was not formed today. The bird as a spiritual animal was honored and endowed with the power of prophecy and predictions.

• Native Americans considered the magpie a sign of gossips and boredom. However, not all tribes were united in this symbolism of the magpie. Cheyenne tribes considered the bird a messenger of the creator and believed that the magpie could come to the rescue in a difficult moment. The Hopi tribes believed that it was the magpies that protected the eastern direction. You can read more in depth about the meaning of the magpie in the book "Spirits of the Earth: A Guide to Native American Nature Symbols, Stories, and Ceremonies".
• For the Celts, the magpie meant predictions of the future. In addition, it was believed that seeing one magpie meant bad news, while several birds - good one. Just look at this verse that's been passed down from generation to generation:

"One for sorrow,

Two for joy,

Three for a girl,

Four for a boy,

Five for silver,

Six for gold,

Seven for a secret never to be told."

• For Chinese, magpie is a symbol of good luck and happiness. You should not kill a magpie in the east, otherwise misfortune and trials will befall you. During the Manchu dynasty, the magpie symbolized imperial power. If you meet a picture of a tiger and a magpie, you should hang it on your wall to attract happiness, luck and prosperity.

• In Mongolia, the magpie is considered an intelligent animal that can change the weather.
• European countries believe that magpies bring bad news and bad luck. Magpies are even attributed some connection with witches, so in these regions, the magpie symbolizes black magic.
• The English keepand pass on through generations a wonderful tradition associated with the appearance of magpies. Upon seeing the bird, the English remove their hats, exclaiming, "Good morning, Mr Magpie, how are Mrs Magpie and all the other little magpies?". Such a ritual is meant to turn bad luck to good fortune, which will come with you all day long. Also, magpies symbolize the balance between black and white, good and evil, feminine and masculine energy.
• Italy. Here lies the beginning of the symbolism of magpies as thieves and those who fall for everything shiny and sparkling. Rossini's opera "La Gazza Ladra" (The Thieving Magpie) tells of a traitorous thief, a magpie, who framed a poor servant for the gallows. The symbolism of the magpie in Italy is unambiguous - it is cunning, treachery and lust for wealth.

Let's summarize the symbolism of magpies:

• Bad news (one bird), good news (more than one bird).
• Cunning and easy perception of life.
• Adaptability.
• Sharp mind.
• Protection and warning.
• Gossips.
• New opportunities and profits.

Meaning of magpie as a spirit animal

The magpie, a spiritual animal, has qualities that help you become the soul of the company and enthusiastically achieve the desired tasks. If your birth number indicates a magpie totem or you feel your spiritual connection with the bird, then you are a person who is easy to interest and find common ground with. Magpie has such qualities as communication skills and a lively intelligence that allows you to feel the mood and attitude of the interlocutor. Spiritual animal magpie will give you wit and quick adaptation to the situation and will allow you to feel confident in any company and notice new opportunities.

Falling for the shiny, magpie accelerates your instincts so that favorable situations are more noticeable. The ability to calculate several steps ahead and be quick helps you come out a winner in many rather adventurous ideas. The magpie's need to protect others will encourage you to respond to requests for help.

Although the magpie has the strength of a "predator" who hunts for gain, as a totem animal it can teach you the balance between the spiritual and the material. When you feel that the desire to attract success and get what you want is above spiritual values and relationships, call upon the magpie for wise judgment. It will help you to communicate your desires and feelings to your interlocutor, as well as find common ground with your family.

The magpie totem will help you see not only material values, but also values in people that you will share and appreciate. People with the magpie totem also have a talent for giving things a second life, so they often excel at handmade or collecting.

Spiritual meaning of magpie encounter

Like jays, magpies present opportunities that should not be missed, but that is not their only spiritual meaning. If you saw a magpie and felt a connection with it, think about these spiritual meanings:

• Impending trouble that you can avoid or look out for.
• Opportunities that are already in the air, so just catch luck by the tail.
• A hint of a shifting balance between material and spiritual values.
• There may be a deception awaiting you, which can be prevented or the right lesson learned from it.

• Fun and joyous events, such a wedding or the birth of a child. Count the birds and remember the verse.
• The passing away of the cause of your anxiety or the resolution of a difficult situation in your favor.
• Perhaps someone needs your help and protection.
• Connection with the spiritual world as birds beating in the window can come to us as the souls of departed loved ones.

What it means to dream about a magpie

As with a meeting in real life, it is important to count them in a dream.

• One magpie in a dream means that change is coming, but not for the better. Perhaps you will be able to change something after the bird's warning.
• To see two magpies in a dream means good luck, which will happen to you the very next day.
• For women expecting a child, a magpie in a dream can be a predictor of gender. If there are three of them - a girl, if four - a boy.

• Five magpies in a dream means luck, which will arrive with you for a long time. You will begin the path of financial stability and increase your income.
• Six magpies in a dream means financial or spiritual loss.
• If you see fighting magpies in a dream, be prepared for quarrels and gossips that are already headed your way.
• A magpie collecting gems in a dream promises you opportunities for spiritual growth and upcoming transformations.

Conclusion about magpies

To see or hear a magpie means that you are ready to receive its spiritual message. Magpies have been endowed with the powers of prophecy since ancient times, so listen to their voice, both in real life and in dreams. If the magpie is your totem animal, learn their wise balance and ability to see possibilities. Share with the world your ability to see the beautiful in various trinkets and don't deny the magpie in you the ability to express yourself.