Tag: ecology
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Wanderoo Aranya’s Tale
In the Western Ghats, Aranya, the sage-like wanderoo, guarded a sacred fig tree, sharing its wisdom with a young man, Kishan. Enlightened, Kishan advocated for sustainable living, restoring harmony to the forest. This mirrors the region’s folklore and biodiversity, highlighting the need for conservation. The lion-tailed macaque, a captivating primate, faces endangerment due to habitat…
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Urchin Wisdom Unveiled
Sea urchins hold deep cultural and spiritual significance in folklore and mythology. Revered for resilience, protection, and intuition, they are seen as mystical creatures across traditions. In Greek mythology, they are connected to Aphrodite, while in Native American folklore, they symbolize adaptability and harmony with nature. Sea urchins also appear as guides in dreams, offering…
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Quest of the Quail
The ‘Battaki’ or Quail, a symbol of spiritual wisdom and ecological importance, teeters on the brink of extinction. Through its humility, unity, and healing symbolism, it inspires us to seek joy in simplicity and nurture our tribes. The quail’s message of unity and resilience echoes through folklore and mythology, offering guidance for balance and spiritual…
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The Pangolin’s Song:
The tale of Hiae Moza, the pangolin trickster, echoes through ancient myths and spiritual whispers as a symbol of protection, healing, and resilience. Revered as a guardian of balance and a power animal, the pangolin beckons souls to trust in intuition and embrace self-discovery. Yet, its earthly existence faces threats from habitat loss and illegal…
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Crab comes Calling.
Crab as a spirit animal is asking you to change direction. It is the totem animal of the people who can go with the flow. As power animal it can help you release emotions. This amazing creature from Phylum Arthropoda is also associated with astrology.
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A Sacred Grove –Nagvemcha Raya
Growing up in western coastal towns, Nagabana, the placement of Garadi all made me realize that the ethnic religious cult was very close to nature and revered nature. Unfortunately it is being devoured by the more powerful brahmanical cult. Interestingly Kalidasa’s Vikramuurvashiiya talks of Nakshatravana or the green patch. The legend of Urvashi also has…
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