Heya!

I’m sure there are many folx here who dabble in mysticism, shamanism, witchcraft, psychedelic stuff, etc.
I think one thing that keeps popping up is creatures and what they can embody: a sly fox, courageous lion, strong bear, versatile praying mantis, etc.

Are there any books you can recommend that dive into this? I’m particularly interested in the phoenix and praying mantis.

Thank you!

  • AbouBenAdhem@lemmy.worldEnglish
    5·
    1 month ago

    Look at medieval bestiaries (T H White made a good translation), which tended to emphasize the symbolic and allegorical roles of animals.

    • adhd_traco@piefed.socialOPEnglish
      2·
      1 month ago

      Thanks! This seems like an excellent essential resource on the subject.

      However, I think anyone looking to dive deeper into any particular creature will be disappointed by the lack of depth provided here.

      This is not a criticism to your suggestion or the book, just my observation on the scope’s limit in this text.