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Last edited by The LION will ROAR; 11-25-2012, 11:11 PM.The Macedonians originates it, the Bulgarians imitate it and the Greeks exploit it!
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Last edited by The LION will ROAR; 11-25-2012, 11:11 PM.The Macedonians originates it, the Bulgarians imitate it and the Greeks exploit it!
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Last edited by The LION will ROAR; 11-25-2012, 11:11 PM.The Macedonians originates it, the Bulgarians imitate it and the Greeks exploit it!
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Last edited by The LION will ROAR; 12-14-2012, 11:13 PM.The Macedonians originates it, the Bulgarians imitate it and the Greeks exploit it!
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The purpose of the media is not to make you to think that the name must be changed, but to get you into debate - what name would suit us! - Bratot
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Originally posted by The LION will ROAR View Post
Originally posted by The LION will ROAR View Post
This is my favourite rraaaawww
Originally posted by Risto the Great View PostWhich one has the highest significance ....
The lion or the sun?The purpose of the media is not to make you to think that the name must be changed, but to get you into debate - what name would suit us! - Bratot
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Originally posted by Bratot View PostThe sun is a symbol, the lion is a characteur.Risto the Great
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Originally posted by Risto the Great View PostThe lion is a symbol as well!
Znam Risto, to beshe receno na majtap malce.
I find it interesting to read about the connection of the Sun and the Lion:
Solar animal symbolism deals with creatures that correspond with the sun - also known as fire sign animals.
Fire animals can light up your life and provide ignition to whatever you need set into action. Specifically, invoke solar animal symbolism when you need to:
- Blaze a trail
- Sparkle with confidence
- Illuminate on your path
- Be a beacon in leadership
- Need a spark of inspiration
- Need the flames of passion stoked.
- Outshine the competition in your trade
In most cultures Lions represent courage, wisdom, royalty, justice and protection. The Lion embodies other attributes such as loyalty, perseverance, ferocity, bravery, and victory. The Lion may also speak to your softer side as it also embodies compassion.
Interestingly, the Lion is also depicted on the Strength card of the Tarot, and as such, represents strength in an interpretation.
Alchemically, the Lion is held in the highest regards of the tradition. So much so that it symbolizes gold or the sun – the very highest characteristics of ascension and enlightenment. Furthermore, due to its virility, strength, and perceived courage, the lion was seen as the ultimate protector of alchemical secrets, as well as keeper of the underworld.
The symbolic meaning of lions, as one might imagine, primarily deals with strength. Other than a symbol for strength, other attributes of the lion are:
Courage
Power
Royalty
Dignity
Authority
Dominion
Justice
Wisdom
Ferocity
The fact that it is a nocturnal creature means that the lion is a symbol of authority and command over subconscious thought (as night is an ancient symbol of the subconscious - or dream states).
It’s interesting that the lion is considered by many ancient cultures to be a solar animal symbol, however it is primarily a nocturnal creature, conducting its hunting activity mostly at night. Further, the lioness is considered a lunar animal.
This serves as a symbolic message of balance and sound judgment. In that the lion shares the world of both night and day, the lion bears a message of prudence to us. In other words, the lion asks us to not overdo in certain areas of our lives. Rather, keep an even mind and an overall balance in our life activities.
In Egypt, the lion represented the ferocious heat of the sun and was seen in the likeness of Sekhmet who is the Egyptian goddess known as the Eye of Ra. She is the power that protects the good and annihilates the wicked.
In ancient Greece, lions were identified with Dionysus, Phoebus, Cybele, and Artemis because myth indicates lions drew the chariots for these gods and goddesses. Here, the symbolic meaning of lions revolved around protections and they were viewed as guardians of the dead as well as guardians of palaces, doorways, shrines and thrones. They were also ultimate protectors of hearth and home.
In Hinduism, the lion is an avatar (embodiment or personification) of Vishnu.
In Buddhism the Buddha sits upon the lion as a throne of consistency, strength and wisdom.
The symbolic meaning of lions in England is shonw in heraldic art where it is a common emblem of English sovereigns because of these lion-like traits:
- leadership
- strength
- royalty
- courage
- honor
Other messages the lion shares with us:
Hold your head high – even in times of conflict – conduct yourself with dignity
Stand tall, remember your birthright of power
Perhaps it’s time to show your authority (not in a dominating way) but lead others with a loving heart
It may be time to defend something that is dear to your heart – defend it fiercely if you must.
Have courage, have faith.
As with all signs and symbols, the symbolic meaning of lions should be special and personal to each of you. This only provides you with a brief summary of the various symbolic meanings available. Ultimately it is you who determines your own unique and symbolic relationship with the lion.Last edited by Bratot; 02-21-2010, 06:49 PM.The purpose of the media is not to make you to think that the name must be changed, but to get you into debate - what name would suit us! - Bratot
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Lion Tattoo Symbolism at-a-glance:
Strength
Courage
Purity
Honesty
Loyalty
Protection
Nobility
Integrity
Power
Authority
Bravery
Lions are solar animals, which mean their tattoos will signify sun-like qualities such as:
Brilliance
Vitality
Life
Expansion
DominionThe purpose of the media is not to make you to think that the name must be changed, but to get you into debate - what name would suit us! - Bratot
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Last edited by The LION will ROAR; 12-14-2012, 11:24 PM.The Macedonians originates it, the Bulgarians imitate it and the Greeks exploit it!
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Last edited by The LION will ROAR; 12-15-2012, 12:55 AM.The Macedonians originates it, the Bulgarians imitate it and the Greeks exploit it!
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