Peacock Power Animal Symbol Beauty Watchfulness Immortality
By Ina Woolcott
Peacock/Peahen’s Gifts Include – all aspects of beauty, wholeness, ability to see into the past, present, and future, immortality, dignity, rising out of ashes, self-confidence, watchfulness, immortality.
Peacocks are birds of the pheasant family. The male is referred to as a peacock and the female a peahen, and both are peafowl. The most memorable features of the peacock are its stunning feathers and its eerie call. The Peacock is recognised world wide because of its beautiful feathers. There are many legends surrounding the peacocks gorgeous feathers – Greek mythology says Hera gave the peacock its many ‘eyes’. Chinese myths say that the blending of the 5 colours of its feathers gives us the sweet harmony of sound. In Egypt, the Peacock is associated with the Sun God Ra. In Christianity, the Peacock symbolises death and resurrection.
The peacocks feathers are meaningful to those with this power animal, for they also have an association with resurrection, rising out of the ashes. They can help us shed the old feathers of the past and to take back the true beauty of our individuality. This increases self-respect and confidence.
Peacocks have a shimmering opalescence, with boisterous cries that hold a touch of laughter – as if to imply that no-thing, including beauty, should be taken too seriously. This helps remind us to stay centred on what is, and to be grateful for what we have, and to also have a more light hearted approach to all things that come our way, as laughter really is the best medicine and helps to keep us healthy. This is an important facet of wholeness. Wholeness indicates a merging of one’s many aspects, without an excessive focus on what appears to be missing. The peacock and peahen (though the latter seems a bit more dull compared to the peacock, but has just as commanding a presence) remind us that true beauty comes from the inside.
The peacock is the closest in description to the mythical Phoenix, which rises, reborn, from the flames and ashes of its funeral pyre. The eyes on the peacocks feathers represent their ability to see into the past, present and future and can teach those with this power animal how to stir their clairvoyant gifts. The cycle of birth, death and resurrection (rebirth) is a whole. This relates to valuing all aspects of this cycle, and to have faith that we never truly die.
Those who have Peacock as a power animal can get insights into their past lives and their karmic connection to their current life. Foot reflexology as a profession would also be advantageous as the feet are at the base of our (and other beings) structure and very pronounced in the Peacock.
In Shamanic rituals peacock feathers are used as an aid in healing, as they are believed to have protective powers. The feather is moved over an injured or sick person in gentle strokes to get rid of negative psychic imprints that have attached themselves to a person’s energetic field. If this is your power animal, generally you will be highly sensitive, therefore proper maintenance of your personal energy field is a must. When people with this power animal have acquired a strong and solid aura, they have the potential to become powerful ritualistic healers.
Those with this totem often gain recognition for their talents and have the potential to be prominent leaders in their chosen field.
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Peacock Symbolism
The peacock is a possessor of some of the most admired human characteristics, and is a symbol of integrity and the beauty we can achieve when we endeavor to show our true colors.
In history, myth, legend and lore, the Peacock symbolism carries portents of: Nobility, Holiness, Guidance, Protection and Watchfulness.
Contemplate the powers of the Peacock when you need more vibrancy and vitality in your experience. The Peacock can also help you on your spiritual Path, and breath new life into your walk of faith.
The Peacock can rejuvenate self-esteem levels too. If you're feeling "blah" and blue, imagine the glorious, techno-color display the Peacock provides. This puts us in a proper mood to embrace your ownnobility. In no time, you'll be walking tall and proud as a Peacock too!
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Symbolic Peacock Meanings
- Glory
- Vision
- Royalty
- Spirituality
- Awakening
- Immortality
- Refinement
- Incorruptibility
In Greco-Roman mythology the Peacock is identified with Hera (Juno) who created the Peacock from Argus whose hundred eyes (seen on the tail feathers of the Peacock) symbolize the vault of heaven and the "eyes" of the stars.
In Hinduism the Peacock is associated with Lakshmi who is a deity representing benevolence, patience, kindness, compassion and good luck.
Similar to Lakshmi, the Peacock is associated with Kwan-yin in Asian spirituality. Kwan-yin (or Quan Yin) is also an emblem of love, compassionate watchfulness, good-will, nurturing, and kind-heartedness. Legend tells us she chose to remain a mortal even though she could be immortal because she wished to stay behind and aid humanity in their spiritual evolution.
In Babylonia and Persia the Peacock is seen as a guardian to royalty, and is often seen in engravings upon the thrones of royalty.
In Christianity the Peacock symbolism represents the "all-seeing" church, along with the holiness and sanctity associated with it. Additionally, the Peacock represents resurrection, renewal and immortality within the spiritual teachings of Christianity.
Themes of renewal are also linked to alchemical traditions to, as many schools of thought compare the resurrecting phoenix to the modern-day Peacock.
Peacock
Allow yourself to stand out and be noticed! Let your true colors shine!
-Peacock
If Peacock has come across your path;
Is here to remind that nothing, including beauty, should be taken too seriously. This will help you stay centered on what is and allow you to be grateful for what you have. Having a light hearted approach to all things that come our way because laughter really is the best medicine to keeps us healthy and happy.
Alternatively Peacock could be letting you know that now is the time to acknowledge your dreamsand aspirations within yourself. Use the Peacocks gifts to bring you confidence, stature and a sense of accomplishment in all the things around you and all your current projects.
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If Peacock is your Animal Totem;
You are a person who always comes from a place of honor and integrity. You stand up for your beliefs and you live by them. You have a tendency towards flamboyance at times and enjoy showing your true colors to all those around you. You are completely trustworthy, self-confident and are good at discerning the truth in all matters. You are always willing to walk your talk. You revel in being the center of attention.
Those with this totem often gain recognition for their talents and have the potential to be prominent leaders in their chosen field.
Additional Associations for Peacock…
- All aspects of beauty
- Immortality
- Glory
- Vision
- Royalty
- Spirituality
- Awakening
- Foundation of our structure
- Allows greater wisdom to be seen
- Endurance of spirit
- Refinement
- Incorruptibility
- Ability to see into the past, present, and future
- Dignity
- Self-confidence
- Rising out of ashes
- Sight and sound
- Love
- Pride
- Luxury
- Desire
- Beauty
- Vitality
- Nobility
- Sexuality
- Generosity
- Longevity
- Compassion
- Sensuality
- Expansiveness
- Resurrection
- Watchfulness
- Karmic connections
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