The Beauty and Symbolism of The Butterfly
~ As a symbol of transformation; the butterfly represents everlasting life, stemming from it's various stages of life.
1. Birth (the caterpillar),
2. Death (the chrysalis), and finally,
3. Resurrection (the butterfly).
~ In some myths, the Butterfly brings sleep and dreams. In others, it is symbolic of female fertility and is thought to be the bringer of children. The butterfly also represents love and relationships.
"The butterfly counts not months but moments, and has time enough." ~ Rabindranath Tagore
The Magic of the Butterfly
Butterfly Books
The National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Butterflies
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My, Oh My--A Butterfly!: All About Butterflies (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library)
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Attracting Butterflies & Hummingbirds to Your Backyard: Watch Your Garden Come Alive With Beauty on the Wing (A Rodale Organic Gardening Book)
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Butterfly Butterfly: A Book of Colors
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Religious and Cultural Symbolism of The Butterfly
The Butterfly is a powerful symbol in myth and religion and in many cultures, the butterfly has been the symbol of the soul that physical death can not destroy.In Greek myth, Psyche (which literally translates to mean "soul") is represented in the form of a butterfly. Befittingly, Psyche is forever linked with love as she and Eros (Cupid) (the Greek god of love) shared an endlessly passionate bond together - both hopelessly in love with the other.
In Christianity, it a soulful symbol as well. The butterfly is a symbol of rebirth and immortality. The butterfly is often seen depicted on ancient tombs, and Christ has been illustrated holding a butterfly in Christian art.
In China it symbolized conjugal bliss and joy.
American Indians call upon the butterfly for guidance in change, color, and happiness.
Like the butterfly, we are all on a journey. On this journey we encounter endless turns, shifts, and conditions that cause us to metamorphasize. All change is good - even if it may not seem so at the time. Change is what life is made of and it is necessary to grow and learn. At our journey's end we are inevitably transformed - not at all the same as when we started on the path.
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Butterfly Jewelry
Butterfly Charm 14k Gold 11mm
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Sterling Silver Amethyst Butterfly Pendant, 18"
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Sterling Silver Amethyst Butterfly Earrings
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Sterling Silver Multi-Color Amber Butterfly Pendant on Italian Rolo Chain, 18"
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Beautiful White Gold Diamond Butterfly Ring
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Butterfly Quotes
"May the wings of the butterfly kiss the sunAnd find your shoulder to light on,
To bring you luck, happiness and riches
Today, tomorrow and beyond."
~ Irish Blessing
"There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it's going to be a butterfly." ~ Richard Buckminster Fuller
"We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty." ~ Maya Angelou
"I do not know whether I was then a man dreaming I was a butterfly, or whether I am now a butterfly dreaming I am a man." ~ Chuang Tzu
Butterfly Collectibles
Wine/Bottle Stoppers Butterfly
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Sweet Butterfly Pin from the Artazia Collection #412 NP
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Louis Comfort Tiffany-Style Beauty Takes Wing Collectible Butterfly Music Box
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Butterfly Bamboo Decorative Night Light
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Woodstock Habitats - Butterfly Spiral Chime
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Wings of Change
Wings of Change
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Wings of Change is the story of Anew, a contented little caterpillar who is afraid to become a butterfly. After experiencing some puzzling dreams, he turns to Faith, a wise old snail, for advice. She gently explains, "As the world turns, so do you. When you change for the good, you change the world too."
This tender, humorous story follows little Anew as he learns to release his fears and embrace his destiny. Dr. Hill, an acclaimed educational futurist, has created a dynamic medium for exploring the timeless topic of change.
The luminous illustrations by Aries Cheung bring this delightful story to life. Wings of Change will touch your heart as you embrace the changes within your own life.
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Happiness is Like a Butterfly..
Happiness Is Like A Butterfly - Thoreau Black and White Magnet
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"Happiness is like a butterfly: the more you chase it, the more it will elude you, but if you turn your attention to other things, it will come and sit softly on your shoulder..." - Thoreau
The Butterfly Signifies Young Love in Chinese
The Chinese Butterfly represents love; specifically young love. Happily flitting flower to flower - it signifies a happy social life for the young and young- at-heart. Chinese legend has it that the Butterfly symbolizes an undying bond between lovers.All romantics-at-heart would do well to place an image of a Butterfly in their home. A perfect gift for a new couple is this design embroidered on towels for the couple's home. Representative of the Yang energy, this symbol can energize you or a loved one - particularly when embroidered on clothing - it reminds us of the energy of love.
Butterfly Towels with Embroidery
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Sparkle Butterfly 3-pc. Towel Set
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A perfect gift for a new couple is this design embroidered on towels for the couple's home. Representative of the Yang energy, this symbol can energize you or a loved one
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- spirituality spirituality Sep 30, 2009 @ 5:11 am
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