recommend in Feng Shui as a love cure, although a peacock can be seen in many parts of the world,
it is native to the Indian subcontinent and parts of China. Peacocks are magnificent birds known for
their beauty and grace. They have multicoloured stunning tail feather, only the male birds of this species
have these beautiful multicoloured feathers, they display these magnificent tail feathers in an attempt to
attract the females.
Due to their beautiful looking feathers and habits, they are associated with different symbolic meanings.
They are seen as a powerful and mystical symbol and are considered sacred in many cultural and religious
groups across the world.
In Greek mythology the peacock was associated with Hera, Hera created the peacock from Argus who had
100 eyes, hence, the tail feathers of peacocks symbolise the vault of heaven, and the 'eyes' of the stars.
This symbolises all seeing knowledge. According to Roman mythology, peacocks were Juno's birds, and on
the coins, they symbolised the females of the ruling house, which were the lineage princesses.
In Hindu mythology the peacock is associated with the goddesses Lakshimi. This deity represents fortune,
kindness, compassion and patience. They have a special connection with Lord Krishna as these feathers
adorned his head and the flute as well, it is believed that the peacocks themselves presented him the
feathers.
In Asian spirituality the peacock is associated with Kwan-yin, Kwan-yin (or Quan Yin) represents qualities
like compassion, watchfulness, love and goodwill. Legend says that Kwan-yin remained a mortal even though
she could be immortal so that she could aid humanity in their spiritual growth.
In Buddhism peacocks are associated with openness, as they tend to display all their feathers when they
spread their tail. Peacocks also eat poisonous plants, which symbolises immortality, they have the ability
to thrive in the face of suffering, they also symbolise purity, hence their feathers are often used in Buddhist
purification.
In Christianity the peacock symbolises resurrection, immortality and renewal associated with the spiritual
teachings. It symbolises an all seeing church, holiness and sanctity, in Persia and Babylonia, the peacock
is seen as the guardian o royalty, and is often engraved on Thrines of the royals.
Other beliefs and myths, according to Margaret Renner, a theologist, this eye studded feather of a peacock
is an important object that wards of evil spirits. It is also believed to possess some medicinal properties.
The Sinhalese of Sri Lanka believe that it can cure injured or damaged bones and poisonous snakebites.
The early Christians covered dead bodies with these feathers to prevent decaying of the body.
The Muslims used the quill of peacocks feathers to write and Mark passages in the Quran. The female
peacocks are known to be very protective about their young ones, which is why many women get a peacock
tattooed on themselves to symbolise this trait. One more myth states that the peacock is a slayer of serpents,
and it can transform the venom of snakes into the solar iridescence, hitch is seen in its feathers.
Peacocks are considered to be vain and foolish birds and tend to display their feathers as a sign of vanity,
A peacock feather is said to absorb negative energies and protect the wearer from bad happenings, it is also
thought of as a symbol of good luck in most parts of the world.
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