The unicorn is one of the very few mythological creatures that is considered beneficial in almost all traditions. In the modern understanding, it is simply a mysterious beautiful horse with one horn. The traditional unicorn is a symbol that is represented slightly differently: with a goat's beard, a lion's tail and cloven hooves.
History of the unicorn as a symbol
Unicorns occupy a place of honor in Greek mythology, Chinese traditions, and the art of the Indus Valley and India. Greek writers, including Pliny the Elder and Aristotle, mention them in their writings. There are at least eight mentions of the unicorn in the Old Testament of the Bible.
In the art of the Middle Ages, the unicorn is a symbol with religious meaning. According to legend, a beautiful maiden in the image of the Virgin Mary managed to catch this wondrous beast and tame it in such a way that the animal trustingly laid its head on her lap.
Here the unicorn is a symbol of rethinking, the incarnation of Christ, and his death was seen as the Passion of Christ. The pagan image of a horse with one horn became highly valued by the church.
Unicorn magic
The unicorn is a symbol of magic. His magical powers are also legendary. His horn is harder than the strongest diamond, and is capable of neutralizing poisons. And the tears of a unicorn can heal both physical wounds and sorrows of the heart. Some of them can fly and talk to all kinds of other living things. The magical unicorn is a symbol of freedom, healing and beauty. Powerful magic wands had unicorn hair at their core, and its blood could heal a person who was dying. 
What does the unicorn mean as a symbol?
The legendary white horse or pony with one horn is a symbol of purity and innocence in European mythology. Only a virgin could catch and tame him. What is the meaning of the symbol?
- Protection. The unicorn is the protector and patron of all virgins. Its horn has magical healing powers and was a popular ingredient in medieval medicines. It was a powerful antidote and protection from evil.
- Virtue. The white unicorn is a symbol of dignity, chastity and purity.
- Love and harmony. Unicorns are associated with the light of the moon, love, harmony and understanding. In medieval Europe, this gentle creature stood in opposition to the lion, which represented the more violent solar influence.
- Another meaning of the symbol is associated with courage, strength, and sometimes cruelty.
Unicorns in heraldry
The unicorn is also a prominent and significant figure in heraldic symbolism and is usually represented with a spiral horn of red, black or any other color.
The unicorn in 15th century heraldry is profiled with the tail of a lion and the hooves of a goat, symbolizing the breaking of the shackles of slavery. This was prompted by the sacred status of the unicorn in medieval times. Becoming more refined, it was associated with the attributes of Christ, the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary.
These solitary creatures personified the model of monastic life. The connection with the Holy Spirit made them a symbol of mysticism and spiritual values. In Scotland, two unicorns are depicted on the royal coat of arms; the British coat of arms displays a unicorn with a lion.
Belief in unicorns
Of all the mythical and legendary creatures, from the scaly dragon to the cunning sphinx, the unicorn has always been the most beautiful and most beloved. At the same time fierce and proud, he was noble and kind. While many magical creatures foreshadowed danger, the unicorn usually brought good luck. For many centuries, Europeans believed in its existence, as if it were a real animal that lived in a foreign country, such as India, Persia or Abyssinia. There was an opinion that it was not a magical creature, but simply a sample of foreign zoology. At present, there is hardly a person who believes in their real existence.
Description of unicorns
One day, a fragment of a description of an unknown beast was found, made by Photias, Patriarch of Constantinople (circa 810-893 AD). He's writing:
“In India there are wild asses as big as horses or even bigger. Their body is white, their head is dark red, their eyes are bluish, and they have an elbow-length horn in their forehead. The lower part of the horn, at a distance of about two palms from the forehead, is completely white, the middle part is black, the upper part is fiery red. Those who drink from a cup made from it are resistant to convulsions, epilepsy and even poison, provided that before or after taking the poison they drank wine, water or other liquid from these cups. Their ankles are very beautiful. These animals are very strong and fast, neither a horse nor any other animal can overtake them.”
Female symbol
According to legend, the unicorn is a symbol for women. It was believed that only a chaste young virgin with pure thoughts could catch him. Often on ancient paintings and manuscripts one could see images of these noble animals along with beautiful young maidens.
Unicorn in Canada?
Mostly any mention of unicorns is associated with China, India and Africa, as well as with gullible medieval Europe, which was characterized by belief in fairies, goblins and dragons. What do Canada and a unicorn have in common? Which country's symbol looks like a horse with one horn on its forehead? It is still located on the coats of arms of England and Scotland, and it also has its own legends associated with it.
As for North America, disproportionately horned creatures lived here during the time of dinosaurs, capable of piercing several other large animals with their horns. These include the suborder Ceratopsia (centrosaurs). These creatures looked like giant rhinoceroses, which were incredibly impulsive and cruel and belonged to the Cretaceous period. As is known, more than sixty-three million years separate the last dinosaurs from primitive man. However, early fossil finds were very helpful in fueling the idea that large fairy creatures such as dragons and unicorns once roamed the earth.
There are only two animals in nature that have one horn, the rhinoceros and the narwhal. The latter's tusk can reach 3 meters. It was truly a mythical sea horse with a horn. Found in Arctic seas, including the northern waters of Canada, the narwhal appears on a number of Canadian coats of arms. Animals, including bulls, deer, lions, griffins, unicorns - strong, fast and often ferocious - are a common practice in heraldry.
Unicorn as a national animal
Oddly enough, the official animal of Scotland is the unicorn. A fantasy character may seem like the wrong choice for a country's national animal, but that is not the case for a state that celebrates its love of a long history of myths and legends. Since the 12th century, the unicorn has been a Scottish heraldic symbol, appearing on an early form of William I's Scottish coat of arms.
Unicorns were worshiped by the ancient Babylonians, and written descriptions of them have been found in the texts of the ancient Persians, Romans, Greeks and ancient Jewish scholars. In Celtic mythology, the unicorn of Scotland symbolized innocence and purity, healing powers, joy and even life itself, and was also seen as a symbol of masculinity and strength. During the reign of King James III (1460-1488), gold coins were introduced depicting a mythical creature with one horn.
Unicorn today
People at all times have been fascinated by all kinds of monsters and mythical creatures. This fairy-tale character is still incredibly in demand and popular today. The image of a unicorn is found in films, literature, children's fairy tales, and comics. In souvenir shops you can buy a variety of figurines, jewelry, trinkets of all types and sizes.
Unicorn in heraldry
This term has other meanings, see Unicorn (meanings).
Heraldic unicorn Unicorn- an armorial figure related to non-heraldic. A pair of unicorns are shield holders in the coat of arms of Scotland, one each in the state emblems of Great Britain and Canada. The unicorn is considered a heraldic symbol of caution, prudence, prudence, purity, purity, severity and severity.
Usage
In appearance it is similar to a horse and differs from it in the horn with which its head is armed and its beard. If the unicorn had a crown, it was not on its head, but on its neck, in the form of a collar.
In heraldic books, the unicorn is likened to a brave soldier, “who would rather die than fall into the hands of the enemy alive”. There was another metaphorical interpretation of the unicorn on the coat of arms of a medieval knight: “enemies flee from a brave man like poison from a wonderful horn.” This is also a prototype of monastic life, the desire for solitude. The association of unicorn symbolism with the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ was highly valued, leading some medieval writers to suggest that the unicorn should not be tarnished by placing its image on a shield or crest. However, by the 16th century, the figure of the heraldic unicorn gained popularity in family coats of arms. Sometimes the authorities granted the unicorn emblem to a craftsman or trading company for the highest quality of goods. The unicorn is called leaning ( accule), when he stands erect with his front legs raised, and in a defensive position ( en defense), when he wants to defend himself with his horn. Rarely seen in other species.
Byzantium
The Byzantine emperors in state symbols, in combination with the double-headed eagle, used the four coats of arms of the largest prefectures of the former Roman Empire, namely: the eagle of Italy, the vulture of Gaul, the unicorn of Asia and the lion of Illyria
Russia
It was depicted on Russian gold coins from the time of the Grand Duke of Moscow John III and ending with the reign of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich Romanov (starting from False Dmitry I, it was also minted on silver coins). Since 1562, the unicorn has been depicted on the chest of a double-headed eagle, along with St. George, so in this era their semantics were equivalent. The symbol of the unicorn is contained on the double-sided state seals of Tsar Ivan the Terrible: Large (from 1562) and Small (from 1571), as well as the Great State Seals of Tsars Boris Godunov, False Dmitry, Mikhail Fedorovich, Alexei Mikhailovich, on the seal of the Great Palace during the reign of Mikhail Fedorovich. A seal with a unicorn was used to seal letters from Ivan the Terrible that were of a personal nature, for example, correspondence with the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery. The unicorn is also depicted on the back of the throne of the Terrible Tsar, on ceremonial axes, saddles, window frames of palaces, on the coats of arms of the Russian noble families of the Batashevs, Bonch-Bruevichs, Verigins, Kudryavtsevs, Ostafyevs, Romanovskys, Strekalovs, Turgenevs, Shuvalovs, as a shield holder is included in the coats of arms of the Boltins , Ermolovs, Kozlovskys, Saltykovs, Loris-Melikovs.
In addition, it is present on the coats of arms of the cities: Lysva (Russia), Saint-Lo (France), Lisnitz (Czech Republic), Vystutis and Merkin (Lithuania), Ramos (Switzerland), Eger (Hungary), Schwäbisch Gmünd and Gingen an der Brenz (Germany), depicted in the coat of arms of the Canadian province of Newfoundland.
Kazakhstan
The coat of arms of Kazakhstan depicts a tulpar - a legendary creature that combines the horn of a unicorn and the wings of Pegasus.
Examples
Lion and unicorn
Main articles: Lion in heraldry, Unicorn in heraldryLion and Unicorn- an emblematic pair found in heraldry, literature, architecture and the visual arts.
The semantics of the pair “lion and unicorn” may differ depending on the cultural tradition and era. The semantics of the pairs “lion and unicorn” or “unicorn and lion” can be equal or different. The semantics of these two figures themselves can be considered together or be independent of each other.
A popular story is about a battle between a lion and a unicorn. Probably, the struggle of these animals symbolizes the victory of summer (Leo) over spring (Unicorn). Also, their battle can symbolize the struggle between two worlds: aboveground and underground.
According to Jonah and Peter Opie, as set out in the Oxford Dictionary of Children's Poems, the plot of the rivalry between the Unicorn and the Lion appeared several thousand years ago. This plot may correlate with the Vedic myth of the battle between Indra and Vritra.
The plot of the battle between a lion and a unicorn is in Edmund Spenser’s knightly poem “The Fairy Queen,” Lewis Carroll’s story “Alice Through the Looking-Glass,” and “The Book of the Pigeon.”
In English culture
Folklore
The poem about the battle between the Lion and the Unicorn supposedly appeared in the 17th century, after the union between England and Scotland. As a result of this union, the heraldic symbols of a lion and a unicorn were combined. A pair of unicorns are the shield holders in the coat of arms of Scotland. And the lion is the heraldic symbol of England. The Union adopted a new British coat of arms, in which a Scottish unicorn and a British lion support the royal heraldic shield.
Folk song text:
The lion and the unicorn
Were fighting for the crown
The lion beat the unicorn
All around the town.
Some gave them white bread,
And some gave them brown;
Some gave them plum cake
and drummed them out of town.
Translated by Samuil Yakovlevich Marshak:
The Unicorn fought a mortal battle with the Lion for the crown.
The Lion chased the Unicorn along the city roads,
Who gave them black bread, and who gave them pie,
And then they were driven out of the threshold to the drum.
Translated by Alexander Alexandrovich Shcherbakov:
They fight, they fight for the crown, the Lion and the Unicorn.
The Lion is chasing the Unicorn along circuitous roads.
They are given bread crusts and biscuits to both of them,
They drive away from the capital with the beating of drums.
Translated by Vladimir Emmanuilovich Orel:
a lion
And one
Unicorn
They fought over the crown.
Having broken the Unicorn's horn,
Lev beat him as hard as he could.
They were given apple pie
Noodles and pasta.
There was a noise from behind the doors,
Someone drummed
And the frightened animals
Driven away
Out the gate!
"Fairy Queen"
The second book of Edmund Spenser's allegorical chivalric poem The Faerie Queene depicts a battle between a lion and a unicorn. The unicorn attacks the lion by bowing its head, and the lion initially stands by the tree and, during the unicorn's attack, jumps to the side, as a result of which the unicorn gets its horn stuck in the trunk.
This poem was written in the 16th century, even before the unification of the Scottish and English kingdoms and their heraldic symbols.
"Alice in the Wonderland"
Plot
In the arrangement of the pieces before the start of the game, the Unicorn is classified as a white piece, and the Lion is classified as a black piece.
The Lion and the Unicorn, according to the King's first statement, are fighting for his own crown.
Lion and Unicorn are quite cute animals. The Unicorn tries to make friends with Alice, and the Lion offers to eat pie in honor of friendship. This is where some complications arise. Looking-glass pies must first be distributed and then cut. Alice tried to do everything normally. Suddenly, a drum roll is heard, and Alice finds herself in the forest. Leo can also be seen in the crowd at the carpet.
Allusions
The fight between the Lion and the Unicorn in Carroll's story is interpreted as a renewed process that is characteristic of the constant cycle of nature.
Lewis Carroll, writing the episode about the battle between the lion and the Unicorn, presumably had in mind the rivalry between William Gladstone and Benjamin Disraeli:
Who... will win... get... the crown? - Alice asked, breathing heavily.
- Oh no! - said the King. - What came into your head?
Carroll did not like Gladstone and had conservative views in politics. Contemporaries saw a caricature of Gladstone and Disraeli in a drawing by John Tenniel, who illustrated the book, as they were similar to Tenniel's caricatures of these politicians in the British humor magazine Punch.
Michael Hancher, a scholar of John Tanniel's illustrations, notes that the Unicorn's goatee, although similar to the beard that Disraeli grew in old age, is at the same time present on all heraldic unicorns. He believes that the allegory with Gladstone and Disraeli does not belong to Carroll or Tenniel, but was born from the readers.
Heraldry
In Russian culture
The emblematic pair “lion and unicorn” was widespread in Russian culture of the 16th-17th centuries. It is also found among the peoples of Siberia, for example, among the Yakuts. It is highly likely that the pair was borrowed from European culture.
Inkwell of the 17th-early 18th centuries. Russia. Plot: "The Battle of the Lion and the Unicorn" There are three types of compositions: a confrontation between a lion and a unicorn, a pair on the sides of a double-headed eagle, a pair on the sides of a tree or other plant element.
"Pigeon Book"
The finale of “The Dove Book” shows the confrontation between a lion and a unicorn, which personifies the battle between Falsehood and Truth:
The unicorn is a beast - the father of all animals.
Why is the unicorn the father of all animals?
Because the unicorn is the father of all animals, -
And he walks underground,
And the mountains of stones do not hold him,
And even those rivers are fast;
When he emerges from the damp earth,
And he is looking for an opponent,
Or the fierceness of the lion-beast;
They met with a lion in an open field,
They, the animals, began to fight:
They want to be kings,
Take the majority over all the animals.
And they fight about their majority.
The unicorn beast submits,
He submits to the lion beast,
And the lion is signed - he will be a king,
The king will be over all animals.
Symbols of power
The lion and unicorn are very often found on royal utensils, thrones, buildings, etc. These figures are on the royal seal of Ivan IV. The throne of Ivan the Terrible is decorated on the sides with bone carvings depicting a rising lion and unicorn.
These figures, used together, can be a symbol of the main Russian principalities, around which the remaining lands of the state were grouped.
The rising lion and unicorn are depicted on the commanding ensign of the late 17th century, kept in the Hermitage collection; the banner that was with Ermak Timofeevich during the conquest of Siberia in 1581-1582, stored in the Armory; banner of a soldier's regiment of the late 17th century.
Architecture
The facade of the exit tower of the chambers of the Moscow Printing Yard is decorated with figures of a lion and a unicorn. These animals were also depicted on the logo of the Moscow Printing House - a lion and a unicorn under a crown, in a circle enclosed in a rectangle, with images of birds in the corners. This brand name has been used on the middles of books from the Moscow Printing House since the 17th century.
The decorative tier of the Spasskaya Tower of the Moscow Kremlin, which frames the clock dials below, is composed of stone figures of lions and unicorns.
Arts and crafts
The battle of a lion with a unicorn is a frequent subject in the paintings of boxes and boxes, which was used until the 20th century. The animals were depicted in the pose of wrestlers, standing on their hind legs, they clasped each other with their front legs. At the same time, the curved horn of the unicorn pierces the head of the lion. The animals were portrayed good-naturedly.
Russian heraldry
In Jewish culture
The duel between a lion and a unicorn is a frequent image in synagogue paintings.
One of the midrashim tells how King David witnessed a fight between a lion and a unicorn. David was tending sheep and, mistaking the unicorn for a mountain, climbed onto its back. The unicorn stood up and the shepherd found himself in the sky. At David's request, God sent a lion, which forced the unicorn to prostrate, after which the shepherd descended to the ground.
Also, the lion is a symbol of the tribe of Yehudah, and the unicorn is a symbol of the tribe of Ephraim. The tribe of Yehudah led the Southern Kingdom of Israel, and the tribe of Ephraim led the Northern Kingdom of Israel. These kingdoms were at enmity with each other. After the ten tribes of the Northern Kingdom were driven away, they are considered lost and will only be found with the coming of the messiah. The duel between the lion and the unicorn in the paintings reminds that with the coming of the Messiah, the previously warring Northern and Southern kingdoms, the symbols of which are these animals, should unite.
From the beginning of the 18th century, a lion and a unicorn began to be depicted on Jewish tombstones.
What does a unicorn tattoo mean?
Just a positive sign. Brings good luck.
Don't listen to idiots!
In the West, the unicorn gives rise to both positive and negative associations. It symbolizes courage, nobility, wisdom, but at the same time pride, rage and destructive power. He is a symbol of Christ and the Devil: the invincible power of Christ and the destructive power of the Devil. Chinese mythology attributes only positive qualities to the ki-lin. It symbolizes wisdom, justice and honesty. He appears only during the time of a just ruler, and his appearance marks the birth or death of a sage. The unicorn is a symbol of purity and purity due to the magical healing powers attributed to its horn and its association with Christ and the Virgin Mary. In the legend of a virgin, he unmistakably recognizes her chastity and, if the girl is vicious, he pierces her with his horn. The unicorn has long been credited with such a quality as royalty. Aelian (Greek writer) mentions that young unicorns were brought to the king and put on public display. European travelers talked about unicorns that belonged to the rulers of the East. The image of a unicorn is found on banners, standards and heraldry of countries such as France, Great Britain, Scotland, Italy and even Russia: the image of a unicorn was in the personal coat of arms of Count Shuvalov. The most famous is the coat of arms of the British Royal Army, which depicts a unicorn and a lion as allies.
The first mention of a one-horned animal in the West dates back to the 400s BC. e. It appeared in the book of the Greek Ctesias, who served for about 17 years as a doctor at the Persian court. Upon returning to Greece, he wrote two books - “About Persia” and “About India”. In the latter, Ctesias mentions large wild asses with dark red heads, blue eyes and blue bodies, with a horn on their foreheads. If someone drinks wine or water from such a horn, no disease will take him. Ctesias also says that these donkeys are extremely difficult to catch alive; hunters only catch them when they are with young ones that they cannot abandon.
The next mention of the unicorn is from Aristotle. He wrote: “We have not seen a single equid animal with a pair of horns. But some, such as the Indian donkey, have one horn and are odd-toed ungulates. The antelope has one horn and cloven hooves” (“History of Animals”).
Julius Caesar describes an unusual-looking one-horned animal that supposedly lived in the Herkinian forest in Germany: “This bull is similar in outline to a deer, with one horn sticking out from the middle of its forehead, larger and straighter than any previously known. From its top branches spread out like an open hand.” ("Gallic War").
Roman writer Claudius Aelianus, born around 170 AD. e. , in the book “Motley Tales” mentions three varieties of unicorn. The first two are similar to the one described by Ctesias, and the third is a one-horned animal called a cartazon and lives in India. It is “about the size of a full-grown horse, is red in color, has the mane of a horse, and is very fast.” A black horn with rings or spirals grows between the eyes. Cartazons are not aggressive towards other animals, but are intolerant of each other: males fight among themselves, even attack females. During the mating period, the temperament of the males softens, but when the females have cubs, they become ferocious again. These authors undoubtedly contributed to the creation of the legend of the unicorn as an indomitable character, a strong and fast animal with a miraculous horn.
Now let's turn to China. The first mention of unicorns in Chinese sources dates back to 2697 BC. e. Charles Gould, who studied them, counts at least 6 species of these animals: ki-lin, king, kioh twan, poh, hiai chai, tudzhon shu. The most popular - ki-lin usually has the body of a deer, sometimes a horse, the head can be that of a lion or a deer, the tail of a bull or another animal, the body can be scaly. Ki-lin have one or two flesh-colored horns, sometimes only the tip of the horn is colored. Ki-lin combines men
What does a unicorn drinking water on its shoulder mean?
Seryozha
The unicorn is a mythical animal with the body of a horse and the presence of one straight horn on its forehead - an elegant but ferocious beast. Its white color symbolizes purity and virginity. The horn in the center of the unicorn's forehead is so sharp that anyone who touches it can cut himself. The unicorn's horn purifies everything it touches and is a symbol of purification and intelligence. The unicorn simultaneously means both male, pure penetrating power, and female wisdom, purity and chastity.
According to legend, the unicorn did not let anyone near him, only a virgin could tame him, feeling her purity, the Unicorn fell asleep at her feet, resting his head on the girl’s lap. In Christianity it is recognized as a symbol of cleansing power and female chastity. The unicorn, being a moon sign, balances the solar energy of the lion. In China it means abundance, longevity and the virtues of government. 
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Today I want to talk about the unicorn symbol. For me personally, this symbol entered the symbolism of my dreams, and became something dear, close and familiar...
Unicorn. The unicorn is a mythical creature that contained a female source of energy, and on the other hand, represented a symbolic complete victory of male energy and strength over female energy. It was an attribute and symbol of all the knights of Europe and Asia, who idolized and worshiped the female basis of the universe. 
The unicorn was depicted as a white horse with a white or red mane, sky-blue eyes and a horn in the middle of the forehead. You can often find very old images of a unicorn in a completely different form from how we are used to presenting it now. In ancient times he was depicted as a boar, donkey, rhinoceros with a horn in the center of his forehead. 
The sacred scriptures of the Vedas say that the unicorn embodied the bright, brave masculine principle. And a single unicorn horn could have many interesting purposes: evidence of high intelligence, a symbol of masculinity, sun rays and the power of the Sun.
The unicorn itself, as a feminine force, is considered a symbol and standard of innocence, holiness and purity. Is a symbol of pure strength. In China, a wise ruler with many virtues was equated with a unicorn.
The unicorn was considered a wild and crazy beast, which, according to legend, could only be tamed by a virgin. He smelled a virgin, sank down next to her, laid his head on his knees and fell asleep, feeling purity and innocence next to her. 
In Slavic beliefs the unicorn is called Indrik Beast. It was believed that the unicorn could, if necessary, turn into a white dove and disappear. 
In Christianity, the unicorn was included in emblems, symbolically depicting the sword and the word of God. Very often the unicorn was credited with resemblance to Christ. But I think there is something different here. How to assume, for example, that a unicorn in the form of a white dove could appear to Mary before the birth of a child. Before the birth of the King of the Jews and the great prophet and sage. This assumption, coupled with the probable werewolf nature of this beast, is much closer to me than equating Christ with a unicorn. This even proves that the unicorn is one of the attributes of the image of the Mother of God, as if depicting the very idea of the immaculate conception and innocence of Mary.
In heraldic symbolism, the unicorn is considered a lunar sign that balances the solar energy of the lion. 
It is believed that the first place where a unicorn was seen was India. Later, he was allegedly seen in Tibet, Babylon and Greece.
In the ideas of Ancient Babylon, in addition to the horn, the unicorn also had wings. Archaeological scientists found a cylindrical amulet that was made in Babylon in 1800 BC. On both opposite sides of the amulet were depicted two unicorns, which meant the two sides of the Tree of Life. 
In the ideas of ancient China, the unicorn had the name qilin, where qi is the flow of male guiding energy, and lin is the yin female component. Thus, the unicorn was a bipolar creature that was androgynous, having both feminine and masculine energy. Qilin was the embodied image of creative energy. It was considered a harbinger of happiness, but it was impossible to see it, since it was a cautious creature. It was believed that if someone saw a qilin, there would be a change of power in the country, and a new wise and noble ruler would be chosen. Also, the unicorn was a harbinger of the birth and death of a new sage or wise emperor. The unicorn was seen when Confucius himself was born and died.
In Tibetan beliefs, the unicorn was depicted as a doe. It was believed that it served as a kind of bridge for the transition from Earth to Heaven. It was a symbol of the personification of awakened consciousness, integrity and completeness of being, a complete feeling of peace and inner peace. It is considered a bright teacher and guide of wisdom for a person, dispels darkness, helping to find the right path in life. 
Indian texts indicate that the unicorn was a symbol of the completeness of spiritual knowledge, experience, accumulated wisdom and spiritual wealth. It represents one single whole beginning.
In Persian legends, the unicorn acted as a symbol of the fertilizing masculine principle, the ability to resist poisons and self-healing. It was believed that unicorn horn, if crushed into powder, could become an excellent universal antidote for all types of poisons and poisonings, cure damage and was considered a powerful drug for increasing potency and male sexual power.
According to the writings of the Torah, Yahweh asked the first people he created to give names to all animals, the unicorn was the first to receive the name, for which he became a revered important beast, which made him, on a par with the lion, the king of beasts. When God expelled Adam and Eve from paradise, the unicorn, as the most intelligent creature after man, was offered two options: either follow people or stay in paradise. The unicorn chose the first, and then he was blessed to help and support people. 
We may believe that the unicorn is a mythical beast or that it no longer exists due to the extinction of the species, such as some rare endangered animal species or the saber-toothed tiger. However, it is likely that when the hunt for unicorns began for the sake of one valuable trophy - their horns, several unicorns survived and were safely hidden in the forests of Scotland and Ireland. In the magical forests where fairies, gnomes, elves and other mystical inhabitants of these secret forests live :) 
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In the literature of ancient China, the first mention of Unicorn fall on 2697 BC. At least 6 types of unicorns are described: Qi Lin, Jing, Jue Duan, Pao, Xiezhi, Tu Zhong Shu. In Feng Shui, the most important thing is Unicorn Qi Lin, he is depicted with a dragon's head, deer antlers, a lion's tail, cow hooves, and covered with scales or armor.
The unicorn contains the masculine and feminine principles, so one of its essence has tenderness, unable to disturb anyone’s peace, so sensitive that it is even afraid to step on the grass, lest it be broken, and the other is capable of punishing bad deeds or sins. The unicorn is one of the 9 sons of the dragon. The lifespan of a Unicorn is at least 2000 years. Due to its qualities and abilities, images of a unicorn are often used in Imperial paraphernalia. It’s funny that Chinese sailors, the first to set foot on the shores of Africa, recognized the giraffe as the Unicorn as Qi Lin.
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Taoist sages used the Unicorn as a riding animal. Sometimes they ascended to heaven to bring wise children to the country, gifted with strong character and amazing abilities. The birth and death of Confucius in literature are also marked by the appearance of the Unicorn.
In China, the more common name for the talisman is Qi Lin; this talisman is called a unicorn in European countries, due to its similarity in magical power to the Unicorn Horse.
Like a talisman in the house, Qi Lin used to protect against negative energy and attract wealth. Therefore, the best place for a unicorn will be the center of the house, or as close to it as possible. Qi Lin's horns should be directed towards the front door. With his horns, he seems to push away the negativity of your home.
But this arrangement is not strict. The unicorn can be placed wherever you feel the influence of negative energy. You can place it on the windowsill, facing the window, near the door, if you see that your neighbors’ sharp roof or fence is looking into it. Qi Lin Figurines can be used in every room, and direct his gaze to sharp corners and sources of negativity.
In China, unicorns are often placed in front of the entrance to the house, but to do this you must have a pair of talismans, male and female, although they may not even look different in appearance. The male is placed to the right of the house, the female to the left (you are looking at the entrance from the street). Since the Unicorn reflects a lot of negative energy, it is necessary to clean it. You decide when you need to clean your talisman. If there is a lot of negative energy, then cleaning is carried out almost every week. On average, the frequency of cleaning is about six months. Just hold on Qi Lin under running cold water for a few minutes, and it is clean again and ready to reflect negativity. Qi Lin figurines placed outdoors can be watered with a hose and cleaned of dust as they become dirty. In ancient China, it was believed that Qi Lin loved to have his torso doused with water and cleaned.
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Girls in China believe that having Qi Lin as a talisman, will definitely help you give birth to a strong and healthy boy. Therefore, young mothers planning to conceive a boy are recommended to acquire this talisman.
As you probably already understand, Qi Lin is a strong talisman, so it does not need to be activated. But you can attract even more favor by playing cheerful Chinese folk music or fairy tales in the house. The gentle essence of the talisman, in this case, will be kinder to the owner of the house.
Nowadays, you can find many options Qi Lin figurines. One of the strong variations is the image (figurine) of a Unicorn sitting on Chinese coins or gold bars. In modern China, the power of an animal is connected to attracting wealth and good luck to the home. Even if negative energy is not felt in your home, Qi Lin can be used as a link between earth and sky. You can safely ask Qi Lin to fulfill your desires, he will try to bring them to heaven and help them come true.
Everyone wants to live in harmony of happiness, love, luck and wealth. Using different talismans will help you bring harmony into your life. But to choose a talisman, you need to know how and what it affects and how to activate its effect.
Talismans exist from examples of mythical creatures and animals that actually exist. The second ones, for example, include:
- an elephant that needs to be placed on the windowsill so that it attracts good luck with its trunk;
- a stork that will help maintain health;
- carp, symbolizing wealth and prosperity. Two carp bring harmony to the relationship.
- the eagle is a symbol of success. The best location for an eagle mascot is the southern part of the house.
Mythical creatures include the Kirin, the three-legged toad, the Sky Lions, the Fu dog, the unicorn and the phoenix.
Kirin protects the house. These talismans are placed near a window or door.
The three-legged toad brings material wealth and good luck. The toad figurine has a coin in its mouth. It is believed that you will have a big monetary gain if the coin falls out of the toad's mouth.
Heavenly lions are often placed on the windowsill. This is how they protect the house from negative energy.
Fu the dog can find its place in any part of the apartment. Brings good luck and prosperity.
Unicorn in feng shui brings good luck and symbolizes a ray of sunshine, luxury, splendor and joy. The unicorn talisman repels negative energy and attracts material well-being. He should look at the front door or at the door to the room or living room. Basically, there are no special rules for placing a unicorn. But you can use this talisman for only a year. Since the unicorn has very powerful energy, it does not need activation.
Phoenix in feng shui considered a symbol of warmth and fire. The phoenix talisman should be red or fiery in color. Such a talisman will bring inspiration, help make your desires come true and fill your life with wisdom and beauty. The Phoenix should be in the southern part of the house. You must remember that you cannot place anything else next to this talisman. The phoenix must be balanced in energy when next to the dragon talisman, otherwise it will have a very negative effect on your character. To strengthen the talisman, you sometimes need to light a candle next to it and place a saucer with grain. A phoenix figurine is very difficult to find, so you can replace it with a figurine of another bird or simply hang a poster with a picture of a phoenix. It is also possible to buy some kind of interior decoration that contains a phoenix along with a dragon. This option is perfect for any room in the house except the bedroom.
Qi Lin symbolizes long life, celebration, splendor, joy, famous descendants and wisdom. It is sometimes called the dragon's horse. He has gentleness, kindness and benevolence towards all living creatures. Qi Lin is also called a unicorn, although his image in the Chinese tradition is not at all similar to the usual image of his Western European “namesake”. However, the Chinese unicorn also carries a good mystical omen. The Chinese believe that he is always alone and appears only during the reign of an outstanding leader or when a great sage is born. People turn to the talisman when it is necessary to contribute to the success of children. Feng Shui recommends the use of images or figurines of Qi Lin for women who want to have a child. But the main function of a talisman in the practice of Feng Shui is to eliminate negative influences and attract wealth.
When placing a talisman inside an apartment, the only requirement is met: it must be facing the exit from the room. It is believed that this symbol can be used for no more than one year.
This talisman is so strong that you don’t need to perform any manipulations for it to work effectively. However, he “loves” listening to folk songs and fairy tales - this makes him even kinder to his owners.
In various legends, Qi Lin can serve Taoist sages as riding animals and bring extraordinary children from heaven. He is considered a messenger of happiness, his appearance symbolizes the rise to power of a good ruler or the birth of a true sage. The appearance of Qi Lin marked the birth and death of Confucius. In the legends of China there is also a mention of Qi Ling in connection with some important events for the history of the country. So, one day, five thousand years ago, Emperor Fu-si was sitting on the shore near the mouth of the Yellow River. Suddenly, Qi Lin appeared, and the dirty waters of the river brightened and acquired a crystal clear, green color. Qi Lin stopped in front of the emperor, struck the rock with his hoof three times and spoke to him in a voice that rang like a temple bell. When Qi Lin turned to leave, the emperor saw the magic marks on his back that he copied. This is how the first written language of China appeared.
A Feng Shui master's story
The word “qi lin” itself is interpreted as a combination of two concepts: “qi” is the masculine principle of Yang, the driving force, the energy of creation, and “lin” is the feminine principle of Yin. He has a dragon's head, deer antlers, a lion's tail and cow's hooves. It is covered with scales and a shell. According to legend, he is one of the nine sons of the dragon; he can distinguish between good and evil.
The lifespan of the animal was, according to legend, three thousand years.
We find the first mention of him in China in Confucius, and his images appear in the era of the Later Han Dynasty (25-220 AD).
About one thousand two hundred years ago, Qi Lin “emigrated” to Japan under the name “Kirin,” which has a similar meaning in both mythology and feng shui.
The unicorn is a fictional creature that appeared thanks to the fantasy and imagination of man. In the Chinese teachings of Feng Shui, the unicorn is considered a symbol of good luck and happiness. The unicorn talisman helps its owner become a more successful person, and also protects against troubles, the evil eye and the effects of black magic.
Do you want to use a unicorn as your amulet and talisman? In this case, you should know that not every figurine depicting this mythical creature can become a real amulet and begin to work for the benefit of its owner.
A soft or rubber toy cannot become a talisman. Also, a figurine carved from wood or made from plastic and ceramics will not be suitable for the role of a talisman. Even if you manage to find a silver or gold figurine of a unicorn, such a thing will also not be able to benefit its owner. A figurine-amulet in the form of a unicorn must be made of some semi-precious stone. The optimal material for this talisman is agate, rose quartz, jasper or some other stone.
The most powerful amulets are made from white or gray stones, as they more accurately convey the color of the unicorn. The most powerful talisman is a figurine of a unicorn, which is made of rock crystal. It is this mineral that is considered the most powerful in terms of protective and protective properties.
The main problem for those who dream of a unicorn talisman is that it is very rare to see this particular character for sale on the shelves of jewelry stores. Therefore, not every person is lucky enough to become the owner of such a powerful amulet. If you still manage to find a suitable figurine on sale, then you should buy it without hesitation. In fact, this means that the talisman itself has found its owner. The unicorn figurine will protect not only one person, but also all the people living in the house, and protect the home from otherworldly forces and dark spells.
How to activate the amulet?
In order for a decorative figurine to turn from a simple decoration into a real amulet, it is necessary to carry out a special ritual to activate its protective properties.
The figurine should be placed in a prominent place in the living room, and next to it should be placed images of various female mythical creatures, such as mermaids or fairies. Near the resulting composition you need to place several indoor plants in pots. A fern flower placed nearby can have a particularly beneficial effect on the figure of a unicorn.
The purpose of the mascot
The Chinese unicorn Qi Lin is a symbol of long life, celebrations, luxury, splendor, joy, and it also points to famous ancestors. The name “dragon horse” is also applied to the unicorn.
Unicorn Qi Lin has a soft, kind and benevolent character, and the unicorn treats all living beings exactly with its character.
According to Chinese tradition, the image of Qi Lin is not quite similar to the Western European unicorn. Although he still has the same positive energy as his “namesake”.
According to Chinese mythology, the unicorn is believed to be a loner. His appearance always indicates whether an outstanding leader is ruling or a great sage has been born.
Usually the unicorn mascot is used when you need to help children in their achievements. According to Feng Shui, figurines and images of the Qi Lin unicorn are recommended for use by women who want to have a child.
The most powerful and main function of the unicorn talisman in practical feng shui is to eliminate negative and negative influences along with attracting wealth.
To place a unicorn mascot in an apartment, you need to comply with only one requirement: The unicorn must be facing the exit from the apartment, if it is a room, then from the room. There is a certain condition regarding use - this symbol can only be used for a year.
This talisman is very strong and does not require additional activation; if positioned correctly, it works independently without our help. But in order to endow the unicorn with even greater kindness towards yourself, you need to tell him folk tales and sing folk songs - this is what the unicorn Qi Lin “loves”.
The legend says.
In Chinese legends, the unicorn serves as a riding animal for sages and to bring unusual and outstanding children from heaven.
He is considered a messenger of happiness and appears only at a time when a strong and correct ruler is in power or a true sage is born. It is believed that the birth and death of the great Confucius were marked by a unicorn.
Qi Lin is mentioned in Chinese legends when important events took place within the country.
Once upon a time, about five thousand years ago, the great Chinese Emperor Fu-hsi walked along the shore at the mouth of the Yellow River. Suddenly the unicorn Qi Lin appeared, and the dirty water in the river became clear and acquired a crystal green color.
Qi Lin appeared before Emperor Fu Xi, hit the stone with his hoof three times and spoke to him. His voice sounded like the ringing of temple bells.
And when the unicorn Qi Lin prepared to leave and turned his back to the emperor, the emperor saw signs on his body that were still unknown to him, which he took and copied. This is how the written language of China was “born”.
The name of the unicorn Qi Lin means the unification of two energies: “Qi” is the male principle of Yang, and “Lin” is the female principle of Yin. The unicorn has a dragon's head, deer antlers on it, a lion's tail behind it, and cow hooves on its feet. Its skin is covered with scales and shell.
The Chinese believed that the unicorn is one of the 9 sons of the dragon, he knows what is good and what is evil and knows how to distinguish between them. Legends say that the life of an animal unicorn can last three thousand years.
In China, the unicorn is revered on a par with the dragon. It is not uncommon for a unicorn to be included among the four most noble animals. It is believed that the dragon protects people from the sky, and the unicorn from the earth.
According to legend, the unicorn has a scaly skin, horse hooves, a dragon's head and deer antlers. But, despite its somewhat frightening appearance, this animal is very kind. The unicorn feeds only on cereals of cultivated plants. The lifespan of this animal is almost like that of a turtle - 2 thousand years.
The Chinese believe that the unicorn has a sacred power with which it brings good to people. The unicorn also symbolizes a ray of sunshine, purity and unity. And its horn in the form of a spiral indicates that it will be unchangeable in time. In addition, the unicorn is a symbol of transmutation, knowledge and freedom. He will definitely tell the right path to those who want to find the truth.
Unicorn mascot target
The Chinese unicorn or Qi Lin symbolizes longevity, luxury, celebration, splendor, happiness and joy. The unicorn is popularly called the dragon's horse. The Chinese unicorn has a kind and gentle character, and therefore it treats all living things on earth very well.
The Chinese portray it very differently than the Europeans, but both the Chinese and Western unicorns have the same positive energy.
In Chinese mythology, the unicorn is believed to love being alone. And he always appears at the moment when a sage is born or when an outstanding ruler rules the country.
The unicorn talisman in Feng Shui has two strong functions - attracting wealth and eliminating negative influences.
There are no special rules for placing a unicorn. The main thing is to place it so that it faces the door, no matter where it is standing, in a room or in a hallway. But the use of this talisman has a limitation - it can only be used for one year.
Chinese unicorn mascot activation
This talisman, in principle, does not need to be activated, since it itself has great power. And if it is positioned correctly, it will work on its own, without anyone’s help. But if you want the unicorn to love you even more, then tell him fairy tales and sing songs. Both fairy tales and songs should be folk. Feng Shui unicorn loves them very much.
The myth of the Chinese unicorn
If you believe Chinese mythology, the sages had a unicorn instead of a horse, and brought chosen and extraordinary children from heaven.
The unicorn is the messenger of happiness. As stated above, he appears only when a sage is born. The Chinese believe that at the birth and death of Confucius, a unicorn appeared on earth. The unicorn Qi Lin was also mentioned in the history of Chinese traditions. Once upon a time, a thousand years before the advent of the teachings of Feng Shui, the then famous Emperor Fu-hsi walked at the mouth of the Yellow River. And suddenly a Chinese unicorn appeared in front of him, and immediately the water in the river became crystal clear and turned green. The unicorn appeared before the emperor, hit the stone with its hoof three times and suddenly spoke to him. His voice was like the ringing of bells. After talking with the emperor, the unicorn was about to leave and the emperor saw on its back some symbols and signs unknown to him now. The emperor copied these characters and this is where the written Chinese language came from.
But in fact, the unicorn was first seen in India. There he was described as a red-headed horse with a black or white twisted horn. Among the Indian people, he personified spiritual wealth. In those days, the unicorn was both a destroyer and a creator. Much later, he began to appear in Babylon, Tibet, Greece, and then in China. In the West it was recognized only in the Middle Ages.
In Babylon, this animal was depicted with a horn and wings. It was a symbol of the moon and virgin goddesses.
In Tibet, the unicorn is called Se-ru. It represents two animals - a gazelle and a fallow deer, which live on the tops of the mountains. The unicorn is a kind of rope that connects earth and sky, light and dark forces. This mythical animal in Tibet also symbolizes inner peace, integrity and enlightenment. He is like a morning star, showing the way to people who want to gain wisdom. On Hawaiian monasteries, namely on their pediments, there are two unicorns that spin the wheel of Dharma.
The unicorn has always symbolized strength and power, which defeats darkness and maintains balance in the entire Universe.
The legend of the unicorn talisman according to Feng Shui
Qi Lin is the name of the Chinese unicorn, which means the unification of the masculine and feminine, the unification of the two Qi energies. The unicorn has a body covered with scales and shell, instead of paws, cow hooves, and a lion's tail at the back.
In ancient times, the Chinese believed that the unicorn was one of the sons of the dragon, of which there were nine. The unicorn can distinguish between good and evil. In life, the unicorn loves solitude, so the unicorn talisman should be in one copy.
Natalya Kombarova 11/25/2016
The unicorn is a magical creature created by the human imagination.
The meaning of the Unicorn symbol: attracts happiness and good luck, protects from misfortune and witchcraft.
What should the symbol be?
If you want to use a unicorn figurine as a talisman, please note that not just any figurine is suitable for this purpose. A children's toy unicorn made of fabric, fur, plastic or rubber will never become a mascot. Wooden, porcelain, plaster and ceramic figurines are not suitable for the role of talismans, even if they are very beautiful, cute and have a downright “magical” appearance. Even the most expensive unicorns made of gold and silver will forever remain only products made of precious metals.
According to Feng Shui, the Unicorn, which will serve as a talisman, should be made of semi-precious stone: jasper, carnelian, agate, amethyst, rose quartz. The most powerful talismans are made from milky white cacholong, because the color of this stone repeats the color of a unicorn. A talisman made from transparent rock crystal will work perfectly, as this stone has strong protective properties.
However, there is one catch - unicorns made of semi-precious stones are no more common on sale than live white horses with a horn in their forehead. This rarity further increases the value of the talisman. If you are lucky enough to see such an exclusive product on the counter of a jewelry or souvenir store, this means that the talisman itself found you. In this case, buy a figurine - it will bring a lot of benefits, protecting the house and the people living in it from evil spells.
Activation of the talisman
In order for the figurine to turn into a talisman, you need to activate it. To do this, the unicorn is placed in a place of honor in the living room and porcelain figurines depicting young girls, shepherdesses, marquises or heroines of fairy tales, such as fairies, are placed around. There should be an indoor flower in a pot next to the composition. House ferns activate the Unicorn well.
Legend of the Unicorn
Figures of horses with a horn in the forehead are found on ancient Egyptian papyri. They knew about these animals in ancient India. The Greeks and Romans considered Unicorns to be real creatures living in Africa, and dedicated them to the virgin goddess Artemis.
The unicorn symbolizes purity and virginity, so according to legend, only innocent girls could see the magical animal and make friends with it. Despite the legend, in the Middle Ages unicorns were persistently hunted by those who could not be called young females: sorcerers, magicians and alchemists. They hoped to take possession of the horn of a rare animal - it was believed that this object could fulfill any desire.
Safety precautions
In Feng Shui, it is believed that the Unicorn talisman can only serve faithfully those who do not engage in occult practices. Even harmless home fortune telling with cards can turn the Unicorn against the owner, and the talisman will stop working.
Love has ruled the world at all times. This feeling is amazingly beautiful, but achieving harmony in it is incredibly difficult. Love is necessary for happiness, like air is for life, which is why it occupies such an important place in Feng Shui. If there is something missing in your relationship, or you are going through a streak of bad luck, or your loved one has left you, or you are single and trying to find the perfect match, try experimenting with symbols, and changes for the better will not be long in coming.
Two swallows in feng shui symbol of family well-being
These birds symbolize home comfort, purity and success in love relationships, as well as numerous offspring.
How and where to place swallows according to Feng Shui
The image of these birds will be appropriate anywhere in your home or apartment.
Feng Shui butterflies will bring joy to your relationship
Butterflies are a talisman of love, joy and fulfillment of desires. Butterflies should be placed in pairs or flocks, as if they naturally flew into your room.
How and where to place butterflies according to Feng Shui
You can decorate your bedroom walls with fluttering butterflies to intensify romantic relationships, to add a fresh air to your partners’ sex life and to make your cherished dreams come true. Butterflies in the bedroom will help lonely people quickly improve their personal lives and keep the fire of existing relationships alive. Every morning, when you open your eyes, you will see butterflies fluttering and start the day with joy and new hopes.
Mandarin ducks in Feng Shui harmonize love relationships
The most famous symbol of love in Feng Shui according to Chinese beliefs are mandarin ducks. They are truly very affectionate and sweet creatures. A pair of tangerines symbolizes strong and tender love bonds.
The duck is generally an emblem of good luck. The royal duck or mandarin duck received its name for its unusually beautiful plumage and superiority over other species. This talisman will give your family well-being, prosperity and good luck, shake up cold feelings and significantly improve marital relationships.
If you are single, mandarin ducks will save you, because they tend to attract good luck in romantic relationships.
Ducks fly in pairs, so the bird is considered a symbol of marriage. In Feng Shui, in general, any paired sign is especially favorable for family relationships, and these birds, as the Chinese believe, choose a partner once for their entire life and die if they have to be separated. Therefore, tangerines are also a symbol of marital fidelity.
Legend has it that one Chinese mandarin decided to divorce his wife and send her to her parents' house. In the evening, before telling her about his decision, he decided to take a walk along the shore of the lake. He walked for a long time, thinking about the upcoming conversation with his wife, and suddenly his thoughts were interrupted by a noise - two mandarin ducks landed on the water. The Mandarin involuntarily fell in love with them: they so tenderly bowed their graceful necks to each other, cleaned each other’s feathers with such love that the man remembered all the wonderful moments that he experienced with his wife. The love that had died out flared up in him with renewed vigor. This is how the ducks saved a marriage that was on the verge of collapse.
How and where to place mandarin ducks according to Feng Shui
Mandarin ducks are one of the best Feng Shui talismans for activating the sector of love and marriage. The optimal place for this symbol is the southwestern sector of the apartment, the sector of love and relationships, or the bedroom, regardless of the sector in which it is located. If you already have a partner, then the ducks are placed next to each other so that they seem to say: “we are sailing through life together.” It would be good if they were mounted on the same stand. If you want to attract new love relationships into your life, then it is better to place the ducks so that they are directed towards each other, that is, symbolize the search and meeting.
Geese will protect you from infidelity
Geese symbolize fidelity in marriage and spiritual unity of spouses. It is believed that geese miss their soulmate very much and never fly alone. Geese are so devoted to their partners that they never create families again,
which makes them also a symbol of eternal love. The Chinese even say about those who remain faithful to a deceased loved one that they have the soul of a goose.
If your family’s lifestyle is such that you are forced to spend a lot of time apart (frequent business trips, work away from home, unforeseen circumstances that provoked separation), then an image or figurine of a pair of flying geese will help you not to lose spiritual closeness with your soul mate.
How and where to place geese according to Feng Shui
A pair of geese is appropriate in the southwestern sector of the house.
Couple of lovers for positive energy
The energy of love is very alive and strong. Remembering this and dreaming of a life partner, you will be able to realize your thoughts into a real picture, that is, after some time, your chosen one will visit your home, conquering your heart forever.
Images that personify love in our understanding create the appropriate atmosphere, set us in a certain mood, enrich us with romance and sensuality.
Such a picture not only promotes harmony in our lives, saturates us with positive energy and self-confidence, but also has a positive effect on success in other areas of life. This image symbolizes the natural union of two principles - male and female.
How and where to place the image of a couple of lovers according to Feng Shui
In the love sector (southwest), almost any paired symbols and talismans work well. And a picture depicting a couple in love would be very appropriate here!
Two doves in Feng Shui to strengthen marriage
Two kissing doves with open wings mean love, friendship and marital fidelity. A pair of pigeons is also used to maintain long-term partnerships.
How and where to place pigeons according to Feng Shui
This symbol would be appropriate in the southwestern sector.
Feng Shui symbol “double happiness” (double luck) for stability of relationships or new love
The Double Happiness symbol, drawn on or cut out from red paper and decorated with gold, is prominently displayed by the Chinese at any wedding. This symbol is very effective for activating romantic luck.
This talisman has its own legend. During the Tang Dynasty, one student went to the capital to take a very important exam for him, based on the results of which candidates for ministers were selected. But, passing through a small mountain village, he felt that he was sick. A rural healer and his daughter sheltered the student at home. Thanks to the skill of the doctor (and maybe not only him), the guy quickly recovered, but when the time came to move on, he realized that it was difficult for him to part with the daughter of his savior. The young people fell in love with each other. In parting, the girl wrote the student the first part of a reverse poem and asked him to compose the second. In a very free translation (otherwise it is impossible to translate poems from Old Chinese), the stanza sounded like this:
“Green trees are carried into the sky by darkness. Spring rain".
“Well, I can handle it, even though it’s not easy. But only after the exam,” said the student. The young man passed the exam best of all, and was noted by the emperor himself. The monarch personally talked with the winners and offered them several riddles. One of them was to add the first stanza to the poem. The second one was like this:
“Scarlet flowers in the grass sway in the breeze. The earth glowed with the kiss.”
The young man realized that the first stanza that the girl gave him was ideal for this text, and he immediately wrote it. The emperor admired the young man’s talent so much that he appointed the young man a minister, and before taking office he allowed him to see his family. The guy returned to the girl and read the emperor’s verse to her. Soon they got married. Before the wedding, they wrote two connected Chinese characters "si" ("happiness") on red paper and hung the paper on the wall. This is how the “Double Happiness” symbol was born. It is double because it is intended for both spouses.
How and where to place the “Double Happiness” symbol according to Feng Shui
This symbol can be placed in the southwestern sector of the house. If you're desperate for love in your life, place a double luck symbol in your bedroom. You can put the corresponding amulet under the mattress or carry it with you in your purse. The sign of “Double Happiness” is decorated with the marital bed, chairs and other furniture used in the bedroom. In addition, it is applied to silks and brocades intended for wedding celebrations.
Red Chinese lanterns in Feng Shui will help bring back lost feelings
Lanterns are used to attract good luck and prosperity. Red Chinese lanterns are a very effective talisman for the love zone. Chinese lanterns are usually hung in pairs, since paired items in themselves are strong activators of the zone of love and marriage, and the red color of the lanterns further enhances their effect. Place two lanterns in the southwestern sector of the apartment, and they will help restore the lost ardor of feelings. In addition, they create comfort and decorate the interior, thereby attracting positive energy and activating almost any sector of Feng Shui.
How and where to place red lanterns according to Feng Shui
You can hang them in the bedroom, kitchen, living room or hallway, and believe me, they will enliven your home with their festive look. You can hang Chinese lanterns at the front door, thereby attracting positive energy into the house and preventing it from escaping.
Chuangong and Chuanmu - Feng Shui talisman for married couples
Since ancient times in the East, near the marital bed, especially for newlyweds, there hung images of the deity of the marriage bed Chuangong (“lord of the bed”) and his wife, Chuanmu or Chuanpo (“mother of the bed”). They contributed to harmonious relationships in marriage, guarded the spouses' bedroom and helped produce numerous offspring.
Where and how to place Chuangong and Chuanmu according to Feng Shui
It is best to place figurines of these deities in the bedroom, as close to the bed as possible.
A pyramid of three turtles is a talisman to strengthen the connection between generations
Three turtles in the form of a pyramid: the largest is at the bottom, the middle one is on it, the smallest one is on the middle one - this is a wonderful symbol of the unity of a family in which everyone supports each other and takes care of each other. The largest turtle is the head of the family, on whom the entire house rests. This talisman is especially good for families in which several generations live together - parents, children, grandchildren... Such a talisman will bring peace and tranquility to the family.
Where and how to place a pyramid of three turtles according to Feng Shui
The best place for this symbol is the eastern sector. And also any room in the house (regardless of the sector) where all family members like to get together, for example: dining room, living room, etc.
Snail-makara (dragon snail) - will create harmony between lovers
This mythical animal is a hybrid of a snail, crocodile, snake and dragon. Agree, a very unusual combination! An image or figurine of a makara snail helps maintain harmony in the home, in relationships between people who love each other. The presence of this symbol sharply reduces the likelihood of misunderstandings and conflicts between spouses, as well as among children (which is especially important if there are two or more children in the family). This symbol also represents the search for the right solution and finding a compromise in case of quarrels in the family.
How and where to place a makara snail according to Feng Shui
It is best to place the makara snail figurine in the family sector (east) or in the room where household members most often gather.
Zaoshen - keeper of the hearth
Zaoshen is the keeper of the hearth and is also a symbol of fulfillment of desires, health, happiness, wealth and prosperity. Zaoshen protects the home from destructive influences, helps overcome family problems, brings peace, reliability and family happiness. Sometimes he is depicted with a round tablet in his hand, where all the needs and wishes are written down. On December 24, Zaoshen goes to heaven and reports to the heavenly office about how he protects the house and helps with the household, conveys all his wishes, and they are sure to be fulfilled.
Zaoshen often has attributes that symbolize health and longevity, such as a magic peach, a gourd with clear water, and a deer. If a bag is depicted next to Zaoshen, then in addition to wishes for health and happiness, you can add wishes for wealth and prosperity.
How and where to place Zaoshen according to Feng Shui
Traditionally, the Zaoshen figurine is made in the netsuke style. It is favorable if you have such a figurine in the eastern sector, or in the living room, regardless of the sector of the room
The unicorn in Feng Shui is a symbol of fertility for those who want to get pregnant
In principle, this kind and magical animal will bring good luck in many endeavors. We know about unicorns mainly from medieval knightly legends and fairy tales, but in India this animal is revered as a symbol of fertility (pregnancy).
Where and how to place a unicorn according to feng shui
Feng Shui stork talisman for speedy pregnancy
The stork symbolizes the arrival of spring and new life, is the Annunciation bird, and also an assistant in the speedy appearance of an heir in the family.
In different cultures, the stork as a talisman has slightly different meanings. For example, among Christians, the stork symbolizes chastity, purity, respect, and is considered a symbol of new life. According to Russian folk beliefs, the stork is a bird that brings happiness. The stork patronizes the birth of children. Among the Egyptians, it personified filial piety, since it was believed that the stork fed its parents in old age. In Greek mythology, the goddess of storks was depicted as a woman - the giver of life, a nurse, and was an attribute of Hera. For the Romans, the stork symbolized respect and filial affection.
It is especially favorable if you purchase a figurine of Lao Tzu on a stork. Lao Tzu is an ancient sage, in his hands he holds a peach (a symbol of longevity and good health). Lao Tzu flies on a stork, which symbolizes the imminent birth of a child.
Where and how to place a stork according to Feng Shui
A figurine of a stork can be placed in the hallway, as if it were flying into your house, at the entrance to the bedroom, or in the western sector.
Guan Yin - patroness of women
The name Guan Yin means “She who listens to the sounds of the world.” As Buddhists say, Guan Yin hears all people's prayers and helps everyone who turns to her.
Altars dedicated to this Mother of Mercy can be found in churches, houses, and roadside grottoes throughout the East. She is revered as a Mother figure, a divine mediator who takes to heart the daily affairs of all who turn to her. Kuan Yin's role as a Buddhist Madonna can be compared to the role of Mary - the mother of Jesus - in the West. In China, as well as in Korea and Japan, Guan Yin is perhaps the most popular image of a Buddhist saint among the people.
Devoted followers of Kuan Yin often visit local temples and make pilgrimages to larger ones when important events occur in their lives or when they are especially burdened with any problems. Every three years, celebrations are held in her honor on the nineteenth day of the second month (her birthday), the sixth month, and the ninth month of the Chinese lunar calendar.
Often Guan Yin can be seen in the image “Patroness of Children”, which is found in many houses and temples of the East. A large white veil covers her entire figure, and she sits on a lotus. Sometimes Guan Yin is depicted with a child in her arms, at her feet, or on her knees, or with several children standing around her. In the Eastern tradition, it is generally accepted that Guan Yin bestows longevity, youth, fulfillment of desires and immortality for many thousands of years, and also helps those wishing to have children, protects pregnant women and facilitates childbirth.
Where and how to place Guan Yin according to Feng Shui
A figurine or image of Guan Yin can be placed in the northwestern or western sectors, as well as in the bedroom near the bed itself, for example, on the bedside table.
Pomegranate fruits are a symbol of multiple pregnancy
The pomegranate was a symbol of fertility in Greek and Roman mythology. He was also a symbol of Pluto's wife, Proserpina, who returns from the underworld every spring to renew the earth.
In the East, pomegranate flowers and fruits symbolize friendship, therefore, when visiting people, they often take pomegranate with them as a gift. Pomegranate fruits also symbolize multiple pregnancy.
In the Bible, the pomegranate is mentioned as a symbol of the unity of the Universe. In Christian culture, the pomegranate has become a symbol of hope for resurrection and immortality.
Where and how to place pomegranate fruits according to Feng Shui
It is appropriate to place pomegranate fruits or a pomegranate tree (you can have a picture showing a pomegranate tree with fruits) in the western sector of your house or apartment.
Glomerulus-amulet (five elements) protection of pregnancy
This symbol protects children and pregnant women, brings peace and peace of mind. It symbolizes the five primary elements: Space, Wind, Water, Fire and Earth. The glomerulus helps maintain the harmony of the elements even in an unfavorable place and protects its owner from all evil.
The amulet is a thread twisted into a small ball, where one color smoothly transitions into another. In principle, you can make such a ball yourself: take five threads of different colors (green, red, yellow, blue and white), intertwine them together and twist a small ball. In the East it is made according to the ancient Tibetan method, passed on to us by the Tibetan master Sa Che.
Where and how to place a talisman according to Feng Shui
This ball can be placed in the baby's crib (for example, under a mattress or pillow), and expectant mothers can carry it with them or put it in their bed.
The unicorn was depicted as a white horse with a red head, one horn and blue eyes. Known to be a small animal, fleet-footed and fearsome, with a single horn in the middle of its forehead. Depicted as a boar, rhinoceros, donkey, goat with one horn.
In the Vedas it is found as a symbol of male energy. The unicorn's horn is perceived as an image of the sun's rays, as a sign of intelligence. In Zoroastrianism, he is the embodiment of pure power with which Angro Mainyu was defeated.
In Christianity, the image of the unicorn, previously associated with the sphere of sexuality and fertility, turns out to be put at the service of the idea of chastity and virginity. It was believed that in order to catch him, “a maiden is placed in a field, and he jumps onto the maiden’s bosom, and she warms him with her caresses and carries him to the royal palace” (“Physiologist”).
The unicorn symbolizes chastity and also serves as an emblem of the sword or word of God. Honorius Augustodunsky in his “Mirror of the Mysteries of the Church” says this about the unicorn: “A very ferocious animal, having only one horn, is called a unicorn... This animal represents Christ, and the horn represents his invincible strength. He, lying down on the Virgin’s bosom, was caught by hunters, that is, found in human form by those who loved him.”
Tradition usually represents him as a white horse with a screw-shaped horn protruding from his forehead. According to esoteric beliefs, he has a white body, a red head and blue eyes. The appearance of the image of the unicorn in the Middle Eastern and European traditions is sometimes associated with the influence of Indian mythology (the Atharva Veda tells how, during the flood, Manu tied his ship to the horn of a unicorn).
The Chinese unicorn kilin is considered one of the animals that bring goodness (along with the phoenix, turtle and dragon). His image is an attribute of high-ranking military leaders, an emblem of honor and nobility of the family. Its skin has five colors - red, yellow, blue, white and black; his cry is like the sound of bells. According to legend, he lives for a thousand years and is the main of the 360 creatures living on land. He was considered the personification of moderation, a harbinger of the birth of a just ruler, a symbol of peacefulness (since when walking he tries not to step on anything living, eats only dried grass, and his non-sharp horn cannot harm anyone).
Legend has it that Genghis Khan saw a unicorn in the desert, which told him to stop his wars of conquest and return to his homeland. According to the most ancient interpretations, the unicorn embodies the virtue of humanity, philanthropy (ren). His horn is interpreted either as a symbol of the emperor’s autocracy, or as an image of a united country. The unicorn is associated with the cult of Confucius, since, according to legend, its appearance was a sign of the birth of a great sage.
In a Chinese parable from the 9th century it is written: “Everyone knows that the unicorn is a creature of another world and portends happiness... But this animal is not a domestic animal, it is rarely found, and is difficult to describe. This is not a horse or a bull, not a wolf or a deer. And therefore, when we find ourselves in front of a unicorn, we may not recognize it.”
The unicorn is a magical creature created by the human imagination.
The meaning of the Unicorn symbol: attracts happiness and good luck, protects from misfortune and witchcraft.
What should the symbol be?
If you want to use a unicorn figurine as a talisman, please note that not just any figurine is suitable for this purpose. A children's toy unicorn made of fabric, fur, plastic or rubber will never become a mascot. Wooden, porcelain, plaster and ceramic figurines are not suitable for the role of talismans, even if they are very beautiful, cute and have a downright “magical” appearance. Even the most expensive unicorns made of gold and silver will forever remain only products made of precious metals.
According to Feng Shui, the Unicorn, which will serve as a talisman, should be made of semi-precious stone: jasper, carnelian, agate, amethyst, rose quartz. The most powerful talismans are made from milky white cacholong, because the color of this stone repeats the color of a unicorn. A talisman made from transparent rock crystal will work perfectly, as this stone has strong protective properties.
However, there is one catch - unicorns made of semi-precious stones are no more common on sale than live white horses with a horn in their forehead. This rarity further increases the value of the talisman. If you are lucky enough to see such an exclusive product on the counter of a jewelry or souvenir store, this means that the talisman itself found you. In this case, buy a figurine - it will bring a lot of benefits, protecting the house and the people living in it from evil spells.
Activation of the talisman
In order for the figurine to turn into a talisman, you need to activate it. To do this, the unicorn is placed in a place of honor in the living room and porcelain figurines depicting young girls, shepherdesses, marquises or heroines of fairy tales, such as fairies, are placed around. There should be an indoor flower in a pot next to the composition. House ferns activate the Unicorn well.
Legend of the Unicorn
Figures of horses with a horn in the forehead are found on ancient Egyptian papyri. They knew about these animals in ancient India. The Greeks and Romans considered Unicorns to be real creatures living in Africa, and dedicated them to the virgin goddess Artemis.
