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9 Different Symbols of Abundance

Do you want to know some of the different symbols of abundance?

Looking at how everything that surrounds us has become advanced, a lot of people lean on different practices with the hope of achieving their goals or simply having an abundant way of life.

All generations today casually try to use the “Law of Attraction.” They post or share posts of illustrations or images of their wants and needs – be it an object or a person they admire – as their status on social media platforms, added with hashtags such as #ImClaimingIt! and #manifest.

Different from the more casual ways and ideologies that the majority might be used to, symbolic beliefs originated from a much varied timeline – way before any of our generation or this advanced technology we depend on today started existing.

We listed 9 different symbols of abundance you might want to take note of when “claiming it” and “manifesting.”

9 Different Symbols of Abundance

9 Different Symbols of Abundance

1. Maneki-neko

Maneki-neko

When we think of a welcoming cat that originated in Japan, we aren’t referring to the white cat who wears a jumper and a pink bow on its ear. We are talking about the cat you often see inside a lot of businesses or stores, maybe more often found in Chinatowns all over the world.

But by now you should probably know as the hint stated that these cats didn’t come from China. Rather, they hail from as early as the 17th-century Japan.

If the description still doesn’t ring any bell, let us add more. Aside from its rich shiny golden color, it’s the cat that continuously moves one of its paws inwards. Its movement represents your place attracting prosperity towards its direction.

The name might sound unique and mysterious yet its meaning is actually quite literal. As in, maneki means “beckoning” and neko is a Japanese term which literally translates to “cat.” In other words, maneko-neki means “an abundance-beckoning cat.”

2. Koi Fish

Koi- Japanese Fish

At the first thought of Japan, you would most likely imagine a country full of vibrant colors in nature and establishments alike – and a rich culture and history.

Koi fish are the same.

They come in different vibrant colors of yellow, red, orange, silver, and gold. And each and everyone of them has its own unique appearance.

The term koi means “love” in Japan and this breed of carp has long existed and was already used by noble families in the Heian period. Meanwhile, there are also beliefs and myths regarding koi fish in Chinese and feng shui cultures.

You have to get nine of them to follow some beliefs and practices based on feng shui. If you cannot get all nine of them, you should get the one that is golden. It is said that the yamabuki or the gold koi fish (normally a mixture of yellow and orange hues) especially symbolizes abundance. Having one is similar to inviting wealth into your life.

3. Salmon

Salmon
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Similar to the way that cattle and other animals are highly respected in some cultures, salmon has been equally revered years and years ago.

Salmon has served the Native Americans from the Northwest Coast as their primary food source. This alone already justifies the importance given to it.

It was believed during the First Nations that salmon are actual immortals who came to the land to grace the inhabitants there with an abundant source of life, thus becoming a symbol of abundance.

The indigenous people after eating the fish meat even offer the entire fish skeletons back into the water, believing that they would come back as the salmon people and would start another cycle of life.

Embracing olden traditions akin to these beliefs, the indigenous people started to create masks, carvings, and accessories with the salmon symbol as part of their rituals and dances.

Having the native salmon symbol in the form of a totem that is worn is believed to be more effective in attracting abundance to their lives.

4. Pigs

These animals are not only gifted in size, but the different cultures and beliefs that surround it are also quite rich.

The term pig by itself may sound negative. It is sometimes used to taunt someone in a derogatory way. Others use this to call people who are normally described as having curvy bodies and/or are heavier in weight than what’s accepted to be the standard. It sometimes may be used to refer to those who are lazy or sluggish.

Contrary to these, the pig is the twelfth of the Chinese Zodiac signs. This zodiac sign symbolizes a more balanced personality and represents overall abundance, be it by pure luck or by hard work.

5. Horse

Horse
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Horses are creatures that have this majestic and enchanting appearance. Comparable to expensive cars others may have, horses are just as expensive. After all, they serve as a means of transportation.

Traveling back farther into the past, the means to transport was entirely dependent on one’s wealth or social status. Thus, having a horse in Ancient Greek times was definitely a luxury.

Even to this day this symbol still applies as keeping horses doesn’t just take up an enormous space, it also most logically requires time and money. Due to these, horses have come to symbolize abundance.

As a bonus, you can even get an extra pair of horseshoes to place on the inner side of your door handle for good luck and to ward off evil, which is based on some Christian beliefs.

6. Jin Chan

Have you ever seen a display of a three-legged frog seated atop a pile of gold coins? That is Jin Chan, which means “golden toad.”

Speaking of frogs, they may well be last on the list of adorable creatures you know of. However, in other cultures, they are popular as a bringer of good fortune, thus symbolizing abundance.

Jin Chan has a similar role and symbolic meaning with that of the Maneki-neko. This symbol also attracts a good flow of wealth by having one at your business or work places.

Better be careful, though. You must not place it facing towards the door. Because in this position, it is believee that it would let the prosperity flow out of your property.

7. Kuber Yantra

This symbol is based on Hinduism and some part of it originate in Indian mythology. Kuber Yantra is an emblem geometrically designed that is usually in a copper plate, gold, or silver. The belief focuses on invoking the energy of the Vedic demi-god of wealth – Kuber.

In Hindu culture, Kuber Yantra is a representative of abundance and having it means attracting abundance into your life.

8. Mystic Knot

The mystic knot is an emblem that has various different names such as the eternal knot, the Chinese knot, or the infinity knot.

Though this symbol’s appearance may be easily associated with Chinese origins, it actually came from India.

It is the crest of Lakshmi on Vishnus’ (Hindu God of Preservation) chest. The Vedic goddess of wealth, Lakshmi, is believed to be good for bringing abundance and good fortune.

As the knots are tied together in infinite number eights, it also represents the eternal cycle of birth and rebirth.

9. Color Purple

Purple color

The color purple represents a lot of meanings such as luxury and extravagance.

In the Catholic religion, the color purple is normally used to cover Jesus Christ’s crosses and statues during the lenten season. This is to represent the action of Pontius Pilate when he placed a purple robe on Jesus to signify mourning and penitence.

Meanwhile, in other cultures, purple means royalty or monarchy, symbolizing power. It is deemed as a color of nobility, the higher classes of wealth. For that, the color purple mostly symbolizes abundance in material wealth.

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