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The resourceful vulture has been a symbol of death and rebirth for centuries. Seeing a vulture or buzzard in your waking life may be a sign to let go of negativity and seize opportunities, but it can also serve as guidance when making difficult decisions. In this article, we explore the many different interpretations of vulture encounters and dreams, including what they symbolize and how they might bring meaning to your life.
Spiritual Symbolism of Vultures
Vultures are symbols of death, rebirth, purification, patience, protection, and new beginnings. Seeing a vulture is a sign to let go of the things that no longer serve you and embrace change. Vultures are considered a positive omen of new beginnings.
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What do vultures mean spiritually?
- Death and rebirth Vultures feed on carrion (the decaying flesh of dead animals), so most people associate them with death. In the spiritual realm, however, death is closely tied to rebirth, so seeing a vulture doesn’t necessarily mean something negative—it could be a sign of a spiritual transformation, allowing you to discover your authentic self and achieve your full potential.
- Purification Although vultures are considered “dirty” animals, they play an important role in cleaning up our ecosystem. Vultures eat the flesh of dead animals, preventing the spread of disease.[1] Due to their scavenging behavior, they’re linked to purification and cleansing, with many people referring to them as “Nature’s Clean-up Crew."[2]Advertisement
- Patience When vultures spot a dead animal, they don’t automatically swoop in to feed—they wait for eagles to attack the carcass first so it’s easier to eat.[3] Vultures are patient creatures that respect the cycle of life, so they could be a reminder to be patient and trust the universe. Good things take time, and as long as you stay focused on your goals, you’ll be able to achieve them![4]
- Protection Black vultures roost in family units and feed their young for up to 8 months after they've fledged.[5] Because they’re family-oriented birds, seeing a black vulture could be a sign that you’re protected by God (or whatever higher power you believe in), and that you have all the skills and resources to overcome adversity.[6]
- Alternatively, seeing a black vulture might mean you need to set boundaries and protect your well-being.
- New beginnings Due to their ability to soar into the skies, vultures are said to be messengers between the spiritual and material world. They can tell you when you need to move forward, or let go of the things that no longer serve you. In other words, seeing a vulture in person could be a reminder to embrace change and seize new opportunities.[7]
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- ↑ https://mdc.mo.gov/wildlife/wildlife-facts/bird-facts/vulture-facts
- ↑ https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-facts/birds/facts-about-vultures
- ↑ https://ciie.bio.ed.ac.uk/news/vultures-wait-eagles-find-food-then-swoop-study-shows
- ↑ https://www.angelicalbalance.com/spirituality/vulture-spiritual-meaning/
- ↑ https://www.hawkmountain.org/raptors/black-vulture
- ↑ https://symbolsandsynchronicity.com/vulture-spiritual-meaning-omens/
- ↑ https://www.angelicalbalance.com/spirituality/vulture-spiritual-meaning/
- ↑ https://www.chattnaturecenter.org/visit/experience/wildlife/animal-facts/turkey-vulture/
- ↑ https://www.wildgratitude.com/turkey-vulture-spirit-animal/
- ↑ https://www.bibletools.org/index.cfm/fuseaction/Topical.show/RTD/cgg/ID/19245/Vultures-Symbol-Gods-Judgment.htm
- ↑ https://www.esv.org/Proverbs+30:11;Proverbs+30:17/
- ↑ https://4vultures.org/blog/vultures-are-spectacular-here-are-9-fascinating-vulture-facts-that-prove-it/
- ↑ https://ancientegyptonline.co.uk/mut/
- ↑ http://www.native-languages.org/legends-vulture.htm
- ↑ https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/death-the-last-taboo/disposing-of-the-dead-exposure/
- ↑ https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/death-the-last-taboo/disposing-of-the-dead-exposure/
- ↑ https://prizedwriting.ucdavis.edu/sites/prizedwriting.ucdavis.edu/files/sitewide/pastissues/02–03%20BYRD.pdf
- ↑ https://4vultures.org/blog/the-symbolic-representation-of-vultures-across-civilizations-a-review/
- ↑ https://symbolsandsynchronicity.com/vulture-spiritual-meaning-omens/
- ↑ https://www.desertmuseum.org/vultures/morefacts.php
- ↑ https://symbolsandsynchronicity.com/vulture-spiritual-meaning-omens/
- ↑ https://www.richardalois.com/symbolism/vulture-symbolism#
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