Weikel says that different cultures have historically assigned different meanings to the praying mantis. For Greek culture, as their "mantis" prophet name suggests, Weikel says they were often thought to "bring knowledge of the future." In Eastern cultures, the praying mantis is connected to both stillness and power. Weikel says that the image of the mantis is "often associated with the martial arts" like kung fu or tai chi. (A praying mantis was a main character in the kids movie Kung Fu Panda for a reason.)She adds that some African cultures also "look for messages when [a] praying mantis appears."
Praying Mantis Spiritual Meaning and Symbolism
"Most cultures, I believe, have a pretty 'positive' interpretation when praying mantis shows up," Weikel says. But she adds that, in her own opinion, "nothing is inherently either/or" when it comes to good or bad luck. She recounts a time when she came across a dead owl, which some might suggest is a negative symbol. But for her, it represented being brought a message, "which actually dramatically influenced my life for the good," she explains.She adds, "It all depends upon how people approach life. If they approach signs, messages and seemingly random encounters with the natural world from a place of fear, they will probably find something scary happening in their lives to confirm that approach."And vice versa with regards to it being a potential sign of good luck.
Seeing a Green Praying Mantis Meaning
Weikel acknowledges that some cultures may attribute a "trickster energy" to the mantis, being that it lies in wait to strike its prey. She adds that many people also know the lore of how a female praying mantis may sometimes eat their partner after mating. With that backstory, some may be quick to think of the insect in a negative way. However, not all members of the species partake in this type of cannibalism, per PBS.Perception is everything when it comes to interpreting a so-called symbol of good luck or a potential bad omen. "Sometimes people can get really carried away with looking for symbols, messages or omens," Weikel reveals.
What To Do if You Keep Seeing Praying Mantises
If the symbolism of a praying mantis speaks to you, you could want to commemorate the animal with a meaningful tattoo. The image you choose to get can really represent whatever you want. But since the overall symbolism of the praying mantis is often associated with stillness and patience, a tattoo version can be a good reminder to focus on those traits within your own life.Most social media sites have powerful tattoo renditions of praying mantises if you need a little inspiration for your own image. It's all about finding whatever speaks to you.
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Lisa Weikel is a shamanic practitioner with a background in psychology. She has a shamanic healing practice and you can find her written work on Substack. Read More Details
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