Animal symbolism

[Karri Morgan]

So, I have a very spesific question, but as I didn`t see any topics that covered this (please correct me if there is one), it can very well be broadened to include more general stuff.

If you have a tought, and suddenly an animal appear, out of nowhere in front of you, physically, almost like an answer to the thought you were having, could this be interprited as an answer/clue/message?

And if that animal is a female young deer, what could the message be? What do deer usually symbolize?

And, uhm, if this is easily answered, perhaps others can use this thread to ask similar questions about animal symbolism.
:)

[Agaliha]

If you have a tought, and suddenly an animal appear, out of nowhere in front of you, physically, almost like an answer to the thought you were having, could this be interprited as an answer/clue/message?
I would take it as one, yes. I've even had these things come via TV or something else, not a physical animal, but a sudden, coincidental mention of one.


And if that animal is a female young deer, what could the message be? What do deer usually symbolize? Well, no one can tell you what it means to you, only you can do that. It might mean something totally different than what's written in a book, site or mythology. There are resources online though, that you can read and see if things makes sense and fit or not. I posted a link to a thread with links to deer symbolism and totems, that might be a good place to start. Here it is again: Moose god? (http://mysticwicks.com/showthread.php?t=216214) (post #2) ;). You can also look through google's results here (http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=deer+totem&sourceid=navclient-ff&rlz=1B3GGGL_enUS254US254&ie=UTF-8). What I usually do is read about the animal's symbolism, lore and possible meanings, than research it in a biological way (how it lives, where, its diet, etc) and than meditate and think on all these things. Often you can learn from an animal by listening and paying attention to how it lives. Sometimes it can take a while, but it's worth it. Some things don't have quick answers. :)

ETA: There is also the possiblity that the animal itself doesn't mean anything, except that it was an answer to your thoughts/prayer. Once I had something like this happened and I thought the actual thing meant something, when I really think it was the fact that I received an answer that was the message and the object wasn't too significant.

[Karri Morgan]

Yeah :D

Thought I`d post it in here, as this is more specifically the shaman area, which this probably belong under.

I did look through some of it, and I also saw that it`s a difference between the female hind, and the stag. It seemed to have a lot of meanings, but some of it did feel "right".

Like it representing balance, femininity, and a pathway back to wilderness and the spiritual world. That very much fit the emotions I had when it occured, thinking back. Interprited in that direction, I think of it almost like some sort of a "nudge" in the right direction. I reached out, without even realizing it, and it reached back. Very directly.. Almost too directly!

[MonSno_LeeDra]

The female deer also represents sisterhood and strength of group support. They are always seen in family groups and move as such. While one might see a lone Stag it's seldom if ever that one see's a single female. Granted they maybe spread out but the supportive group and support is always around them.

The other thing is that the female herd is of a focused approach. They as creatures can become so still as to be unseen. They will question and watch as things approach before jumping into an action. Yet once moved to action they push into it with everything they have. Yet they seldom stay startled for long nor run away blindy unless pursued in chase.

Just a few more things to think about.

[Karri Morgan]

The one I saw was alone, and seemed a little confused as it went over, and then over again on the other side further up.

Could this mean that perhaps it was searching for it`s group?

Perhaps it was alone when it shouldn`t have been.

Thanks :)

[MonSno_LeeDra]

The one I saw was alone, and seemed a little confused as it went over, and then over again on the other side further up.

I've never really figured out why but a lot of times you'll see the herd seperated when it's near a road. Some on one side or a single one that has crossed over the road. Yet when frightened or startled they run away from what it was that startled them but turn relatively quickly to get back with the rest of the herd.

Saddly, that second turn to get back is where a lot of them are killed by traffic.

Could this mean that perhaps it was searching for it`s group?

It's possible though I think they always know where the group is. It's sort of funny as you watch them spread out over the hillside or meadow. Suddenly one will raise it's head and snort or tap the ground as it senses something approaching.

Sort of interesting in that if you move slow enough the deer will snort and tap the ground trying to make you do something. If you do noting most times the'll go back to eating or whatever as you seem only a shadow to them.

Other times they will get restless and start moving about to see it they can get a better picture of you. If they can't figure it out they will start to run away and the rest of the herd springs with them. Other time's it is actually funny to watch the young yearlings turn to run and the older females seem to shake their heads and go back to eating or lying where they are at.

Perhaps it was alone when it shouldn`t have been.

Thanks :)

Your Welcome

[BearDancing]

liike mentioned about...it may just be confirming the answer to your question....deer are gentle innocent love also......she may want to work with you awhile.....meditate on the female deer and see is she comes to you ... and then you may work together or she may have just been a confirmation to your earlier question....:boing: