Kingfisher

RE: Kingfisher

How wonderful! I have only seen a kingfisher in the wild on one occasion, and that was in Porlock Bay, when I was staying at a healing retreat house on Bossington Hill. That time has special significance for me, and the knigfisher sighting was like a confirmation of good fortune to me.

The Medicine Cards do not have kingfisher listed - nearest is humming bird, which is a different energy. A quick google search produced a site listing a combined meaning for kingfisher as - "Beauty, dignity, speed, calmness, serenity". These seem more like direct attributes rather than metaphysical guidance; I would therefore return to your sighting as signifying good luck in your current activities!

with love, light & learning - Doq xxx

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wow, how amazing, what a privelege to see one, lovely coz they are shy aren't they over here.

RE: Kingfisher

The Kingfisher

Kingfishers are found worldwide but are mostly tropical. They are solitary birds that utter distinct rattling or piping calls that can be heard a long distance away. The ability to express oneself in a clear and concise manner is part of the teachings it holds.

Their usual nest is a burrow in a sand bank or in a hollow tree. Kingfishers have been known to tunnel into sand banks several feet. This indicates the need for sacred space around them. Those with kingfisher medicine will find that they must have time within their day for quiet contemplation where intrusions of any kind are not permitted.

Bold in its actions, the kingfisher will dive headlong into the water to catch small fish. It shows us how to plunge into the unknown with confidence and not with fear. Kingfishers have large heads, long and massive bills and compact bodies. Their physical appearance is symbolic of the challenges and opportunities relevant for those with this medicine.

A large head can indicate past life connections relating to the misuse of the ego. In this life a need to keep the ego in balance is mandatory. The long and massive bill of the kingfisher suggests a need to use ones words carefully and their compact bodies represent a need for regular physical exercise and the toning of ones muscles. This need is sometimes a result of a past life influence relating to physical health or structural imbalances that is present in this life.

Kingfishers are found near the water. Water is associated with the emotional body of man and those who have this totem will find a strong need to live on or near the water. An exception to this is the Kookaburra, a forest kingfisher who is less associated with water.

The kingfisher is a bird that holds many teachings. Most of its teachings relate directly to the spiritual, emotional and physical growth of those that hold this medicine. When growth is achieved prosperity on all levels is attained. The kingfisher has the energy to accomplish various tasks in an efficient manner. It is a powerful teacher and those with this totem would be wise to call upon it when the need arises.

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Wow, thanks to you all but gosh, Angel Light, thank you especially for such a wonderful interpretation.

When I get the time, I'm going to head for the riverbank to see if I can see 'my' kingfisher again or even locate its nest. I do indeed feel truly blessed and very grateful to have seen it. In fact, I was getting a little stressed as I was running late but as soon as I saw it I knew that a bus would come soon and that I wouldn't be late for my appointment (and it did and I wasn't!)

Love and light to all
Sunanda xxx

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Thanks for that link Angel Light - excellent resource which I have saved as a favourite.

xxx Doq

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Your more than welcome my friends, glad to help 😉