Lucky charms around the world（4）

16. Crickets

For thousands of years, crickets have been a symbol of good luck in families - hearing crickets at home is a good omen. In many cultures, crickets are highly valued because they can remind people when danger approaches (they stop chirping); They also said it was about to rain. In Europe, killing a cricket is considered unlucky.

Similarly, some indigenous tribes in North America believe that, out of respect, the chirping of crickets should not be imitated. For example, the Xia Yan people believe that crickets can predict the movements of water buffalo herds. In dreams, crickets represent introspection.

17. Dragonflies

The dragonfly represents changing with the wind. They are still hovering on the water surface, believed to connect the sober world and the dream world. If you see a dragonfly in your dream, it symbolizes renewal, self actualization, change, and transformation.

In some legends of Native Americans in North America, dragonflies symbolize rebirth and rebirth after enduring hardships. In Japanese culture, dragonflies can represent courage and strength. If a dragonfly lands on you, you will have good luck. If someone enters your home, it will remind you to focus on your deepest desires and be open to change and growth.

Ladybugs bring good luck and prosperity.

18. Ladybugs

What does it mean to see a ladybug? Many people believe that ladybugs (sometimes referred to as ladybugs) symbolize the "goddess of luck" or good luck and prosperity. Seeing one in your home is a good omen because they are believed to help medieval farmers as they feed on pests such as aphids that damage crops. People believe that killing a ladybug can bring bad luck to you, and having a ladybug around can cure your illness.

What does the spot on a ladybug symbolize?

In some cultures, ladybugs are commonly used to welcome babies (bedding patterns, etc.) and are believed to bring blessings. In Italian, the nickname "commonuccia" for a bug means "little midwife". If a ladybug falls on a woman's hand, the number of points indicates how many children she will have.

19. Rabbit

The ancient Celts believed in rabbits communicating with gods because they spent most of their time underground. This is how the rabbit foot talisman becomes a symbol of auspiciousness and health. The breeding speed of rabbits is also quite fast, so they represent fertility - female pregnancy and male masculinity.

What are the auspicious feet of a rabbit?

People believe that the left hind foot is the luckiest. Rabbit feet help remind users to be strong and brave in difficult situations. (Consider obtaining rabbit feet in a humane way.)

20. Scarab

The scarab can be traced back to ancient Egypt, representing transformation, immortality, and resurrection. Kephri, the god of the rising sun, is often depicted as a golden turtle. It is said that Kephri rolls the sun up to the horizon like a dung beetle every day. The scarab is used in funeral art and is considered a lucky talisman - a talisman/jewelry placed on the heart of the deceased, which can help them move towards the afterlife.