These birds of prey have long been associated with wisdom and knowledge but thats not all.
Learn about the owl’s meaning and symbolism.
Its something thats very embedded in our culture.
In reality, owls arent particularly smarter than other birds, according to Dr. Weidenfeld.
But they do have that reputation, he says.
The cultural meaning and symbolism of an owl
Owls have specific meanings across different cultures.
ornithologist and senior conservation scientist at theAmerican Bird Conservancy
Owls were also associated withMinerva, the ancient Roman goddess of wisdom, as well.
In other cultures, however, owls werent regarded so positively.
Much likeblack catsandravens, some cultures regard owls as harbingers of death or messengers from the spirit world.
Particularly in North American Indigenous cultures, owls have nuanced meanings that garner both respect and fear.
Some nations, such as the Lakota Siouxview owls as powerful and wise.
Much likebats, the fact that owls are nocturnal means theyre active when humans are asleep.
So it makes sense that seeing an owl is an invitation to channel this skills for yourself.
Take note of the color of the owl you see, too.
If something feels out of place, its worthy of your attention.
ornithologist and senior conservation scientist at theAmerican Bird Conservancy
If youre not sure where to start, journaling could be helpful to guide your thinking here.
The appearance of owlsin your dreamscould be a further invitation to really open your eyes, as well.
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