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Learn what different birds mean in mythology, religions, & dreams
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Due to their incredible ability to fly, birds are often seen as symbols of freedom, hope, and new beginnings. Many people believe birds act as messengers from the divine, but different bird species can have different roles, depending on the culture and religion. In this article, we’ll uncover all the different meanings of birds, including what they symbolize in the Bible, mythology, and dreams.
This article is based on an interview with our psychic medium and animal communicator, Mari Cartagenova. Check out the full interview here.
Things You Should Know
- Birds symbolize freedom, hope, new beginnings, strength, love, and joy.
- Seeing a bird could be guidance from above or a message from passed loved ones.
- The hummingbird represents joy and spirituality, the phoenix represents rebirth and renewal, the dove represents peace and love, and the raven represents intelligence.
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