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This was my Daily OM today and I thought it was really interesting, especially in relation to 16, which is often associated with elephants. Then I realized I had received hex 16 4 times recently. Think someone is trying to tell me something???
Gentle Nobility
The Spirituality Of Elephants
The elephant is the largest living land animal, revered for its strength and intelligence. In the Far East, the elephant traditionally carried royalty and nobility, therefore equating it with much status. The elephant symbolizes wisdom, patience, and longevity and is the subject of much folklore. Though big and strong, elephants are really peaceful, gentle animals.
In Asian and Buddhist tradition, the white elephant is considered the most sacred of all animals. It is said that mothers of great teachers and masters dream of white elephants. And, according to legend, while she was pregnant, Buddha's mother dreamt a white elephant entered her womb.
The elephant is also considered sacred throughout India and Southeast Asia. In spiritual artwork, the elephant is often depicted carrying gods. As the god of warriors, the elephant was Indra's super weapon and as the god of rain, Indra used the gray elephant to bring forth monsoons. The elephant-faced god Ganesha, is one of the most beloved Hindu gods. His name is often called out at the start of worship, as well as at the beginning of new enterprises, as he has the power to remove obstacles. He is also the patron of literature and learning.
One of the most outstanding features of the elephant is its trunk and the elephant does have a strong sense of smell. According to animal totem custom, the sense of smell is a symbol of discriminating taste. Those with an elephant totem should pay attention to the old adage, "something smells funny." In a more literal sense, aromatherapy can be especially beneficial to those with elephant totems. Essential oils and incense will enable you to shift your consciousness effectively, for the elephant is also symbolic of clouds, representing the mist that separates the formed world from the unformed.
Totem traditions too, pay attention to the elephant's strong sense of family and society, noting, "If the elephant has come to you, prepare to draw upon the most ancient wisdom and power. You will have an opportunity to either help yourself or others reclaim your most primordial royalty."
Gentle Nobility
The Spirituality Of Elephants
The elephant is the largest living land animal, revered for its strength and intelligence. In the Far East, the elephant traditionally carried royalty and nobility, therefore equating it with much status. The elephant symbolizes wisdom, patience, and longevity and is the subject of much folklore. Though big and strong, elephants are really peaceful, gentle animals.
In Asian and Buddhist tradition, the white elephant is considered the most sacred of all animals. It is said that mothers of great teachers and masters dream of white elephants. And, according to legend, while she was pregnant, Buddha's mother dreamt a white elephant entered her womb.
The elephant is also considered sacred throughout India and Southeast Asia. In spiritual artwork, the elephant is often depicted carrying gods. As the god of warriors, the elephant was Indra's super weapon and as the god of rain, Indra used the gray elephant to bring forth monsoons. The elephant-faced god Ganesha, is one of the most beloved Hindu gods. His name is often called out at the start of worship, as well as at the beginning of new enterprises, as he has the power to remove obstacles. He is also the patron of literature and learning.
One of the most outstanding features of the elephant is its trunk and the elephant does have a strong sense of smell. According to animal totem custom, the sense of smell is a symbol of discriminating taste. Those with an elephant totem should pay attention to the old adage, "something smells funny." In a more literal sense, aromatherapy can be especially beneficial to those with elephant totems. Essential oils and incense will enable you to shift your consciousness effectively, for the elephant is also symbolic of clouds, representing the mist that separates the formed world from the unformed.
Totem traditions too, pay attention to the elephant's strong sense of family and society, noting, "If the elephant has come to you, prepare to draw upon the most ancient wisdom and power. You will have an opportunity to either help yourself or others reclaim your most primordial royalty."