Numbers. Rule or Ruin?
I received an email from an individual who was told his birthdate held a numeric value of eight, and his name ended in eight. He was told this was an ill-omen in regards to …
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Symbolic Portents of Candle Flames
This article about lychnomancy, pyromancy and the language of fire has been improved and moved to Avia’s main website, whats-your-sign.com. Click here to get the full article (it’s free) about …
Read MoreYear of the Rat Meanings
This Chinese new year is the year of the rat. Meanings dealing with this animal of the Chinese zodiac include: Industriousness Ingenuity Necessity Resourceful Production Foresight Luck Rats cycle an …
Read MoreSymbolic Meanings of the Cat (Domestic)
Quick look at the symbolic meaings of the cat: Astute Clever Secretive Mysterious Supernatural Watchfulness Transformation Click here for full article on the symbolic meanings of the cat. You may …
Read MoreSymbolic Meaning of Mud Dream Interpretation
I am often asked to interpret dreams. This particular email came from an individual who was convinced her dream of sinking into thick mud was a bad omen. What follows …
Read MoreMore Tips on Reading Numbers 1052 as Example
The following is a response to a question from an gentleman who wanted advice on reading numbers. He consistently encountered the number 1052 and wanted the symbolic meaning of the number as well as …
Read MoreSymbolism of Snake and Skull in Mexican Mythology
I got a fascinating request for information on the symbolism of snake and skull in Mexican mythology/culture to which I respond: At its simplest, the symbolism of snake and skull …
Read MoreSymbolic Meaning of Number Thirteen
Symbolic meaning of number thirteen is surrounded with controversy. Is it lucky? Unlucky? Only you can decide for yourself this post and my other more detailed page on thirteen may …
Read MoreQuickie Symbols for Friendship
I get requests for quick & easy symbols. After countless attempts to explain the intricacies of symbolism, I finally save my breath and throw a bone or two. So, for those of you …
Read MoreSymbolism of the Octopus
I recently had an email from a woman, whom after a great many years, discovered the octopus was her totem or guide. She asked for the symbolism of the octopus, and …
Read MoreSymbolic Meaning of Birch Quick Facts
Here are some hard, fast, quick-facts on the symbolic meaning of Birch: Birch is symbolic of beginnings, renewal & starting over. The Birch is in the primary position within the …
Read MoreDays of the Week Symbolic Meanings
We’ve all heard of the Monday’s Child nursery rhyme: Monday’s child is fair of face Tuesday’s child is full of grace Wednesday’s child is full of woe Thursday’s child has …
Read MoreSymbolic Meaning of 222
As is often the case, requests for number meanings come in waves. Recently, I’ve had a wave of questions asking about the symbolic meaning of two, and specifically the meaning …
Read MoreSymbolism in Jewelry – An Interview with Göran Jönsson
The following is an excerpt from an interview I conducted with Swedish artist, Göran Jönsson. my intent with this interview is to share the special wealth of wisdom Göran has to offer, and …
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Symbolism of the Compass – Meaning of the Four Directions
One of my readers asked me about the deeper meaning of the four directions (north, south, east, west). Specifically, she was given a powerful mandala, and wanted to know in which …
Read MoreSacral Chakra Symbolism
I’ve been asked for a brief summary on sacral chakra symbolism and utilization. This is my response: I have a quick-reference chart on the chakras, including the sacral here: http://www.whats-your-sign.com/chakra-symbols.html …
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