Cat Spirit Animal Guide, Totem, Symbolism and Meaning

The cat is one of the most popular animals in literature and folklore. What does a cat symbolize to you?

Cat symbolism and its interpretations

Cats have been domesticated about 4,000 years ago and have been tied to human civilization ever since. Cats are both loved by people or hated depending on the individual’s opinion of them. Nonetheless, they come in at a close second for well-loved pets, with dogs holding the first place as their popularity continues to this day.

The Egyptians kept cats around because the felines would control mice and rats in food storage areas when humans weren’t able to do so themselves; however, Egyptian symbolism surrounding these animals was largely influenced by how effective they proved during hunting expeditions - namely that no one could kill a cat without risking death penalties if you wanted to get out from under its paw!

The Egyptians were so fond of cats that they would often take them to war. When the Persians invaded, Egyptian soldiers refused to attack for fear of hitting a cat and being responsible for its death (destroying a cat because it was deemed sacred). The Persian strategy relied on cats, but since there were only 2000 compared with 50 000 Egyptians, this tactic worked out better. Cat spirit shows us the importance of properly used faith in this event. When the cat spirit’s friend was suffering from fever, she remembered her grandmother telling her to read Psalm 91 and hoped that it would help him recover quickly.

Bast is a fierce goddess and protector of children who has been worshipped in Egypt for thousands of years. Bast’s popularity as the goddess presiding over women’s mysteries, home life, fertility made her an immensely popular deity with ancient ties to the sacred feminine. The mummified remains of beloved cats have also been found everywhere throughout Egypt, ensuring that these cats can travel safely into their afterlife called “the Field Of Reeds,” where they will continue playing happily forever.

Egyptians weren’t the only ones who were fascinated with Cats. The Druids felt that some cats, specifically black cats, had previously been reincarnated humans and lived as cats to atone for their previous life’s deeds. Romans associated cats with moon goddess Diana; here, they viewed them as household guardians. Muslim stories credit a cat for rescuing Mohammad from a poisonous snake, which is why tabby cats have markings on their forehead that look like an “M.” Scandinavian legends say there was also fertility goddess Freyja in Norse mythology said to ride around heaven in her chariot drawn by two magical snow-white horses or Horses of Heaven. Still, she could change those into birds when it pleased her—and sometimes even take flight herself!

Cats have been a huge part of the history of civilization. Originally domesticated in Egypt, cats spread throughout Europe and eventually braved long sea voyages to arrive with Pilgrims on land that would later be called America. Cats are all over depending on their home environment: from palace homes to farmhouses, and they never seem far away!

Domestic cats are not the only ones to enjoy a life of luxury. The wild cousins have qualities that domestic felines also share, such as intense eyes and sleek bodies, which they use for their tenacious grooming skills. Both large or small cats can get into full-out runs with pure spontaneity at any time, just like our domesticated counterparts do now in homes across America! There are nearly 40 pedigree cat breeds out there - but don’t be fooled by these fancy pedigrees because it is non-pedigree felines (which we call moggies) that win over all hearts here in this country today!

Cat Spirit Animal

Cat spirit animals are usually selective about those they help. They may arrive when you feel your timing is all off and that patience has worn down to a thread. Cats help hone in on confidence, ensuring the right time so you can hunt for reliable options with perfection: teaching them how long to wait or act at just the perfect moment.

Cat spirit animal also appears when you need to face a task that makes you feel incapable. The cat says, “Don’t be such a scaredy cat!” Your animal ally is resourceful and adaptable; sometimes, changing your thoughts or patterns will change things in life.

Cats have a message of balance. Life is about opposites—work and play, or action and rest. If you’re working too hard, it might be time to get your paws on that feather toy again for some fur-flying fun! And if you never stop moving, find that sun puddle, relax with a catnap after all this work has worn us out!

Cat Totem Animal

It is clear that darkness comes and brings your natural curiosity for those of you with a cat totem. You awaken at night, ready for adventures in the world around you. Your favorite thing to do is to take what is known as “walkabouts” where there isn’t any particular destination or purpose but exploring this new world wrapped up in darkness while working on personal magic inside yourself all along the way!

You are a cat. You have always been different from the other animals, and you like it that way. No one can command or control your actions because you stick to what is best for YOU - not them!

It will never be someone else’s idea of who I am if I love being me with my perspectives on life, no matter how sensitive they may seem in comparison to others.

You are a cat, one of the cool cats. It would help if you had the freedom to escape from time to time and let your instincts take over. While a social animal who thrives on interaction with others in their circle, you desire mystery as well - making it difficult for anyone close enough to call themselves a friend or family member. Your unpredictability is often an act of self-preservation that can be good and bad depending on how far out there you go!

When in cat form, you are sleepy and often catnap. You hate being woken up at an unexpected time unless by a friend who knows when to do so.

Cat Power Animal

Sleep with a cat by your side when you have insomnia and other sleep issues. The term “catnapping” refers to what a cat is all about, which means they’re the perfect animal ally for catching some Z! When faced with change or resistance towards it, think of invoking a cat-like meow-lady to have an adaptive friend who can help you decide on pouncing moments while advising how to do so without getting out of balance.

When you’re feeling down and out, the cat is always there to help. The creature has an insatiable curiosity for all things new and mysterious; it will eagerly guide your search for greater independence on the quest of self-discovery. When you need a confidence boost to get back up again after life knocks you down, ask the cat for advice from its vast knowledge about esoteric studies, which can lead you on a thrilling journey into secrecy!

Native American Cat Symbolisms

Domesticated cats were late to the Native American culture arriving at the same time as horses. Various tribes certainly kept them for good, low-maintenance pets. In travel, Comanches would park their cat on their shoulder then ride on, some of which they revered and feared simultaneously! The Oglala, in particular, shunned our feline friend, thinking it had Powerful Medicine that could put curses on people. Even so, there are plenty of examples among all indigenous communities showing how many meaning cats have come to hold since the introduction with horses during colonial times: independence from European settlers (guardian energy), love/lust (Eros), power over anger or violence within a tribe due to its mystical nature (esoteric).

To some native people, such as the Hopi, a cat was synonymous with a rude man who was disrespectful of women. Thus cats have unflattering associations in the vernacular mindsets of some native people. The Mohave and Zuni had more favorable associations for Cats calling on them during hunting expeditions while also being capable of assisting with healing purposes.

The cat has been continuously associated with evil and harm, but now they are seen as companions that can be intelligent. It seems to have taken many generations to think of cats being good or bad beings to change in native culture. The existence of Pogum is only mentioned in some traditional stories, which seem very old; according to the Black, Cats were often associated with witchcraft and destructive magic because this was how people interpreted it when these stories originated (though there are no clear records).

The Pawnee people have a fascinating relationship with Cats. They see them as connected to the Ancestors that came before them and linked to their stars in the sky. The cat’s fur was used for protection, but it wasn’t just any old cat - they had only Wildcats wear this protective garment because of how revered these creatures are among some tribes!

Cat symbolisms in Christianity

In Christianity, cats are often associated with evil and witchcraft. The cat’s cunning nature has been feared for centuries in Christian history. In the Bible, it is written that cats represent feminine energy which could be a link to why they have been portrayed so negatively over time when typically good witches or healers are female by default.

Contemporary artwork often depicts cats in a negative light, but one exception is the depiction of a  at at the scene of Christ’s last supper.

Cat lovers, beware! These beautiful animals have a dark history and were often associated with witchcraft.

Cats may be the last animal you would think to associate with bad luck. Still, they are deeply rooted in Christianity’s negative connotation of black magic, known as devil worship or Satanism.

As superstitions of black cats increased, so did the paranoia and persecution that followed. Cats were hunted due to their association with witches who were persecuted due to their connection with witchcraft in people’s minds. With no one around to control rodents, rats flourished, which was more than enough for them to carry the Bubonic Plague on ahead towards towns throughout Europe, where it quickly spread from city to city like wildfire without any resistance because they had been rendered defenseless by centuries worth of cat hunting practices.

The cat is an animal that has a mind of its own. It can be entertaining, but it also makes clear to the owner what they want and need. When examining animals typically found on Christian artwork, one would find references to gentle lambs, not cats; however, this does not mean cats don’t have their place in Christianity as well! If we consider wild cousins such as Lions, for example- who are often used by Christians due to them being believed symbols or representation of Jesus Christ- then there may indeed be hope for our feline friends yet!

Cat Celtic symbolisms

Cat has a special place in Celtic lore. In the Scottish highlands, tales are told of Cat Sidhe-a ghost-like Black Cat with white markings on her chest that roams the mountainside stealing souls from humans by either stalking and catching them or enchanting those who come into contact with it to let down their guard. Some accounts also depict this cat as able to turn into a fairy or even witch yet maintain its association with magic, trickery, and evil along with spiritual growth, which is rampant throughout various tales found within Celtic lore.

Cat’s eyes are mesmerizing. Their spiritual meaning has various meanings, but interestingly enough, the cat’s eye is also related to protection and magic. We can imagine how thousands of years ago, people would be fascinated by how Cats’ eyes reflect light in such a way as if they were glowing at night - magical indeed! Does one myth tell us about Nuad’s one-eyed god who lost his eye and replaced it with that belonging to his pet cat for good luck or better vision?

Celtic legends abound with tales of shapeshifting cats who would turn into human bards, warriors, and sorcerers. Evil beings such as demons were considered to take many different animals, including weasels and cats. In Celtic lore, a cat’s spiritual meaning can refer to both mystical power sorcery or divine feminine power wisdom/insight but also evil souls who depend on the story being told about them in a specific legend (such as an enchantress from Wales whose cat minions come down Earth do her bidding).

Cat Dreams

Cats in your dreams can symbolize a need to reconnect with the feminine aspects of yourself. Sometimes, when you see cats strut into your dreamscape, it’s a call to awaken that child inside so you have more joy out of life and find a balance between work and play!

Cats are highly sensitive creatures that rely on their instincts; as such, they can be a powerful ally in helping you listen to your intuition. Doing so will help you avoid potential problems in the waking world and signal an upcoming message from one of those beings with whom cats closely connect.

If you see a Cat nipping at your feet, the dream is an omen of neglecting something important. If the cat follows or cries in your dreams, it could be because you feel neglected by someone, and they’re crying for help (or their child has died). The color of this creature can tell about its symbolism. Orange cats are symbolic of dramatic change that may include fertility, while grey cats represent harmony and peace with foundations built on love. White cats symbolize psychic abilities (and gifts), which will grow healthier if nurtured properly.

Cat in astrology and zodiac signs

One of the Celtic animal zodiac signs is that of a cat. If you were born between January 21-February 17th, you are the sign of the cat. According to ancient Celts, this means you are smart and charming with a fun personality as well. You prefer things off-kilter since it can be fun at times! When in love or just feeling uncomfortable for any reason - then moving on without hesitation suits those who have been blessed by being part feline better than most others might say about themselves! People under this zodiac sign tend towards playful behavior and like their independence and surprises alike because they know how hard one will try to fool them.

Cat astrology and its symbolism

One of the Celtic animal zodiac Signs is that of a cat. If you were born between January 21-February 17th, you are the sign of the cat. According to Celts, this means smart and charming yet baffling as well; playful with an edge for individuality and stubbornness when it comes to love or affection on your terms – all qualities people born under this sign share in common!

You are one of the most intuitive persons in any room, and your accuracy astounds or makes others wary. Part of this comes from simple observation skills, but you’re able to tap into a mystical connection with magic that few can match.

The cat is a fascinating creature that often comes in black and white and has brown spots. These felines are said to be flexible with a friendly personality who always seems like they’re one step ahead. Those born under the sign tend to have great social skills for those around them and be retrospective about their pasts while also tending toward secrecy when it suits them best.

Far eastern cat symbolisms

The far East is home to many myths and stories of cats. Cats are often seen as goddesses, like Li Shou, who had a cat form when she was worshiped in China during the Han dynasty (206 BC-220 AD). In Hindu mythology, there’s also Pushpadanta - an incarnation of Vishnu - with a lion head and tiger body! There may have been times where these animals could talk like people did, but they refused this offer because they wanted to enjoy their lives rather than oversee the world.

In Chinese culture, a variety of colors are assigned to different meanings. In this region, cats were traditionally used as agricultural pest control against rodents, and the production of silk was important for their economy. The depiction of gold or yellow cats is seen in art, whereas black or red ones represent protection from evil energy being brought into your home as well as warding off disease.