Bull

 

Bull Symbolism

 

The purpose of this page is to identify a few bull symbols.

 

Because of its virility, power, and regal presence, the bull has been an icon for worship

in many ancient cultures. The bull was considered a sacred animal in ancient Mesopotamia,

Greece, Rome, and Egypt to name a few. It is common to see the bull offered as a blood sacrifice in these cultures.

 

In Celtic symbolism, the bull represented physical strength and power. To the Celtic way of thought, the bull was also extremely virile, and so symbolized fertility and the power to procreate - to extend the life of the clans. Druids associated the bull with solar energy and the female cow with earth energy. The bull was also symbolic of great luxury, wealth, and provision by later Celts. Indeed, cattle were a source of income and supply in many forms - a way of life for the Celts for centuries.

 

The Celtic bull symbol stands for strong will, an uncompromising nature, and even belligerence. Due to its unbending, stubborn personality traits, we get the term "bull-headed." from the bull. The bull is also a virile sign for men and a sign of fertility for women. Donning the bull symbol in the Celtic bed chamber (depicted on sheets, robes, pillows, etc) is said to enhance the mental state leading to sexual strength and endurance. A third representation of the bull sign is that of riches and wealth. Likely due to the fact that this creature was a great source of food the Celts, it can easily be associated with easier, fairer, and abundant times in the Celtic villages.

 

In a more modern sense, the bull symbol identifies an upward trend in the stock market. Here we see the bull as a symbol of confidence and strength. Although the source is unknown, common knowledge tells us that the bull became a symbol of strong investment trends because of its style of attack. A bull swings its horns upwards in a mighty push, hence the comparison to an intense upward movement in the stock market. Conversely, the bear is identified with a downward market trend, presumably because of its downward strike when attacking.

 

Symbolic Bull Meanings:

Stability-Virility-Strength-Stamina-Provision-Confidence-Fertility-Helpfulness-Determination.

                       

                                                                                                                                                            Avia Venefica

                                                                                                                                                           what's your sign