Animal Guidance Series: Lion Medicine

If you are feeling particularly stressed or beaten down by any situation, and want to boost your sense of power and self-confidence, call on the medicine of the lion for authority, leadership, and the power of community. Lions are frequently known as the king of beasts, or the king of the jungle, and are sometimes depicted in artwork with a crown. Interestingly enough, the lion symbolizes the higher energies of the universe, and the crown chakra. It also has a very well-developed throat chakra, and a roar that can be heard for miles. In ancient folklore, the roar was used to summon the power of the sun, and to call lightning and thunder down from the sky. The lion is a universal symbol of courage, strength, royalty, majesty, wisdom, and knowledge of the ages. Lion medicine teaches us to stay centered in our core power, and to rise above impatience. Egyptian lion symbolism is one of wealth and the solar energy of gold. The lioness is a regal mother of protection with the Divine Presence, self-knowing and self-confidence. She hunts among her sisters, for the benefit of the pride. Together both lion and lioness teach the lessons of patience and clarity. The mountain lion appears in many tribal stories as a symbol of a wise leader who knows his intentions and leads with confidence, cunning, nobility, and courage. In some regions, they say that the lion moves silently in moccasins. 

So, lion as a spirit animal can help you be more connected to community. Call in the lion for courage, strength, royalty, leadership, clear communication, and a sense of community. All in lion medicine. Call IT in with Dar!

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If you are feeling particularly stressed or beaten down by any situation, and want to boost your sense of power and self-confidence, call on the medicine of the lion for authority, leadership, and the power of community. Lions are frequently known as the king of beasts, or the king of the jungle, and are sometimes depicted in artwork with a crown. Interestingly enough, the lion symbolizes the higher energies of the universe, and the crown chakra. It also has a very well-developed throat chakra, and a roar that can be heard for miles. In ancient folklore, the roar was used to summon the power of the sun, and to call lightning and thunder down from the sky. The lion is a universal symbol of courage, strength, royalty, majesty, wisdom, and knowledge of the ages. Lion medicine teaches us to stay centered in our core power, and to rise above impatience. Egyptian lion symbolism is one of wealth and the solar energy of gold. The lioness is a regal mother of protection with the Divine Presence, self-knowing and self-confidence. She hunts among her sisters, for the benefit of the pride. Together both lion and lioness teach the lessons of patience and clarity. The mountain lion appears in many tribal stories as a symbol of a wise leader who knows his intentions and leads with confidence, cunning, nobility, and courage. In some regions, they say that the lion moves silently in moccasins. The Hopi look to the lion as a sacred guardian, who gave great and reliable advice. Navajo tribes also considered the lion as a guardian and protector. Pueblo people believed that the mountain lion was a protector, and one of their most significant spirit helpers. In the Zuni folklore, the lion was associated with the northern direction and was considered God of the north. In the Bible, there is the reference of Christ being the “Lion of Judah”. The winged lion is associated with Mark the Evangelist. In some Christian lore, the Virgin Mary is referred to as the mother of the lions. In Eastern culture, there is the story of Lord Yushinny coming to earth as part lion, and part man to rid the world of evil, restore peace and balance to the earth dharma. In Japan, there is a lion dance, a dance for protection, and Chinese culture The lion is associated with the rulers, royalty, and protecting the dynasty. Buddha was said to have the strength and wisdom of the lion. If the lion is your spirit animal, you will face challenges head on without fear. You have strength, cunning, and will outlast the competition no matter what. Lion people are great leaders and can deal well with uncooperative groups and team members. They have commanding communication skills, honor, respect, gratitude, and are noble and courageous. Lions are unique to the cat family because they live in groups, or what is called a pride making them the most social of big cats. 

So, lion as a spirit animal can help you be more connected to community. Call on the lion for courage, strength, royalty, leadership, clear communication, and a sense of community. Call on lion medicine. Call IT in with Dar!