Owl

What Is It?

A nocturnal bird long associated with wisdom, the unseen, and the hours of darkness.

Historically Documented Meaning

Owls are widely associated with wisdom, intuition, and the ability to see what is hidden. In some traditions they are also associated with transition and the unseen.

Cultural Context

In Greek tradition, the owl is linked to Athena and to wisdom. In some other traditions, owls are associated with the night, with death, or with messages from beyond.

Reflection

"What might you see more clearly if you looked at it differently?"

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