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Hummingbirds are often heralded as symbols of joy, beauty, and strength—but what do they mean when they relate to death? In some cultures, hummingbirds are sacred because they’re believed to be spirits of dead warriors. If you’ve just seen a hummingbird after someone close to you has died, it might mean that your loved one is watching over you and helping to heal your grief. If you’ve seen a dead hummingbird, it might be a sign to enjoy life and reflect on any recent changes you’ve experienced. Keep reading to learn more.
Things You Should Know
- When you see a hummingbird after someone dies, it could be a sign that your loved one made it to the other side and is watching over you.
- If you see a dead hummingbird, it’s a sign to appreciate the little things in life and engage in simple activities that bring you joy, like watching a movie with friends.
- The Native Aztecs believed that the spirits of warriors return as hummingbirds. The hummingbird was even the symbol of their sun and war god, Huitzilopochtli.
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