Is owl jewelry bad luck?

Owls are birds of the night generally speaking. Therefore, they are closely related to the moon, the night, and even feminine. In addition to wisdom, the most famous symbol of owls, owls also represent mystery, protection, secrets and mysticism. Native Americans associate owls with vision and the ability to predict the weather.

In the history of ancient Greece, Asia and America, the owl has always been a symbol of wisdom and magic. Ancient Chinese philosophy also regarded the owl as a powerful totem that attracts prosperity and abundance. The nocturnal bird is a well-known protector in Indo-European culture, and is known as the goddess Athena in the form of an owl in Greek mythology.

 

Owl Symbol of Wisdom

Owls are both great thinkers and hunters; they prefer to plan their own strategies rather than use violence. The idea that the owl is a symbol of wisdom comes from ancient Greece. The ancient Greeks respected the goddess of wisdom, Athena, whose symbol was the owl. Therefore, since centuries ago, the owl has become a symbol of wisdom, learning and wisdom-even a prophecy. Today, we associate owls with intelligence and learning-jewelry wearing this logo is a common gift for graduates. The Greeks were also responsible for marking the owl as a symbol of wealth because they used this pattern on the coin.

Owl as a Symbol of Protector

Some cultures also view owls as a kind of protector against injury and bad luck. Owl feathers used to be used to fend off demons. The symbolism and tradition of the owl in Viking culture is a warrior and guardian of honor. According to the Celtics, it was the wisdom of the Owl Warrior that gave it the right to understand the path of the underworld. 

Is Owl Jewelry Bad Luck?

Owls play an important role in American Indian culture. The meaning and story behind the owl vary from tribe to tribe. Most commonly, the stories told by owl legends often involve death, transformation, and rebirth. Native American owl means a unique combination of wisdom and death. They believe that this intelligent creature is the guardian of sacred knowledge. The owl is a harbinger of truth, especially a harbinger of self.

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Many tribes traditionally associate night with death and the underworld. Some Native American tribes believe that this nocturnal bird accompanies the dead to the afterlife. This is why hearing the owl's call is a bad omen. The mothers and elders of the tribe will scare the children with stories about owls hunting humans and stealing souls at night, and teach them that it is dangerous to go out after dark. Because of this, the owl is regarded as a great teacher in the dead of night.

The owl symbol is very popular in Japan because the pronunciation of the word "Fukuro" means the arrival of luck, or the combination of Kurou (translated as difficult) and Fu (meaning no) also implies a protective element. Some people believe that the different colors and shapes of owls have different effects on the types of strength and luck. This is why a large variety of owl products and souvenirs can be found in modern Japan, and you can see all kinds of animal  jewelry with owl worn by people.

 

Although the symbolic meaning of owls is quite complicated, owl jewelry still has a unique charm, and owl patterns have always been popular in the jewelry field. Owl jewelry can be used as a personal amulet-reminding people to reflect the positive attributes associated with the creature. Strictly speaking, wearing an owl ring, bracelet or pendant is a symbol of the wearer’s feelings towards the owl. There is no magic. It will not protect you or give you wisdom in a practical sense, but if you like owls and wearing owl jewelry can bring you happiness, then why not wear it!