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THE HUMMINGBIRD Coming Soon The ancient tribes of the Aztecs (South America) worshiped the hummingbird as a symbol of life and vigour, and of the fallen warrior
TALBOT thrived on the hunt
Said to be an ancestor of the Bloodhound, the ancient Talbot (a name of
Norman origin) is depicted white or sometimes golden brown. It is a
hound that existed in medieval Europe, having long pendent ears and
noted for his quick scent and his eager pursuit of game.
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ORDER OF THE THISTLE symbol of independence The Order of the Thistle represents the highest honour in Scotland, and it is second only in precedence to the Order of the Garter.
It was to reward Scottish peers who supported the king's political and religious aims.
The date of the foundation of the Order is not known, although legend
has it that it was founded in 809 when King Achaius made an alliance
with the Emperor Charlemagne.
It is possible that the Order may have been founded by James III (1488-1513), who was responsible for changes in royal symbolism in Scotland, including the adoption of the thistle as the royal plant badge; symbol of independence, strength, protection and healing. _____________________ |
THE FISHERMAN amulets were worshiped...
a symbol of the harvest and hospitality the fisherman is most often seen as a shield supporter in Civic coats of Arms, although one also sees a demi fisherman holding a hook or an anchor used as a crest.
Fishing has existed as a means of obtaining food since the Mesolithic period (the culture between paleolithic and neolithic). During the time of the Egyptians, fishermen provided the majority of food for the people. Fishing had become a major means of survival as well as a business. Fishing and the fisherman have also influenced Ancient Egyptian religion; amulets were worshiped as a sign of the arriving flood season
TAILS amulet of good fortune The tail of a deer is called a single; that of a boar is called a wreath; that of a fox is called the brush and that of the hare is called the scut. In Heraldry, you find the tail of a lion or of a beaver most prevalent, and to show the tail only was representative of an amulet of good fortune, believed to endow the bearer with the traits, and characteristics of the animal. |
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Brown Vulture of Egypt avenger of nature spirits
This unique bird derives its name from the Latin vultur, and although it does not kill its own prey, it is considered a raptor and a predator. It has a magnificent wingspan and an ability to soar effortlessly for great lengths of time. It is one of the most misunderstood birds, and yet it was one of the most powerful and mystical in many cultures. Tutankhamun, the famous Egyptian pharaoh, displayed the Vulture's head and the risen snake (cobra) as the symbols of his ruler-ship. The first letter of the Egyptian alphabet is represented by the Vulture symbol and is pronounced "ah". The Vulture is a very powerful emblem and is a promise that all hardship was temporary and necessary for a higher purpose. In Greek mythology, the Vulture is the descendant of the Griffin, and was the symbol of heaven and earth, spirit and matter, good and evil, a guardian and an avenger.
The Greek god Aries, son of Zeus and Hera and the god of war used the Vulture as his bird symbol. |
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The Vulture is the avenger of nature spirits. Ancient Assyrians believed
the Vulture or griffin was the Angel of Death, and the union between the
day and night.
The Egyptian Goddess Maat is usually depicted carrying a Vulture and was considered the personification of the order of the world. |
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is said that the Talbot thrived on the hunt rather than the kill. By the
1600's, this strain of hound had died out as a breed. A forerunner of
the modern fox and staghounds, they apparently had most remarkable
powers of scent and were betoken on one of courage and forecast,
vigilance and loyal fidelity. Used primarily for tracking and hunting,
it is said however, the British had Talbots run alongside coaches on the
ancient highways; this might explain why so many pubs bore its name. In
Medieval times, 'Talbot' appeared to be common name for any hound; in a
quotation from about 1449, the king referred to John Talbot, Earl of
Shrewsbury as 'Talbott, oure good dogge', perhaps as a play on his name,
or perhaps an allusion to the family coat of arms.
