The legend of the Phoenix bird is found among the inhabitants of China and Japan, and among the American Indians, and among the inhabitants of the Nile Delta. If you believe the myths, then this is a legendary bird, which outwardly very much resembled an eagle of bright scarlet or gold color. The very word "phoenix" interpreted from ancient Greek as "purple".
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The basis of the legend of the fiery bird Phoenix
Among various peoples, this magical creature was very often associated with the ritual of worshiping the Sun, identified with eternal life, constant renewal. The image of the Phoenix bird is found in many countries. People believed that this bird cannot die, but it ignites at the moment when a chick hatches from an egg.
Another version says that the Phoenix burns down and then rises from the ashes. Therefore, there can be only one representative of this species on the planet. Such a mystical creature feeds only on dew. In addition to being often identified with the divine messenger, the Phoenix is also a symbol of meekness.
The meaning of the Phoenix bird in ancient Egypt
Image of a Benu bird
If we talk about the mythology of the Egyptians, it is very difficult to understand what was the beginning of the creation of the legend of the Phoenix.
There is an opinion that it was originally an astronomical symbol, which was identified with the spiral ascent of the star Sirius. In ancient times, this was a sign that the Nile was flooding, which in turn foreshadowed the coming harvest.
Egyptian mythical bird called benhu. There is an opinion that this mythical creature is associated with the legend of the gray heron, which was the very first living creature that appeared on the created earth. This heron was sent by the sun deity.
In Heliopolis, this creature was treated with special reverence. The Egyptians in this city believed that the age of a bird is not eternal, but limited to five hundred years.
Fire bird in the myths of ancient Greece and Rome
The earliest records of the divine bird-happiness Phoenix are from Herodotus in the fifth century BC. He points out that this is a mythical creature from Arabia. The mythical creature lives for 500 years in the same place with his father and mother. When they die, the creature flies to the Temple of the Sun God in the Egyptian city of Heliopolis and buries its ancestors in this place.
As you can see, the legend is a little different. However, Herodotus does not recall anything about the fact that the bird is capable of self-ignition. In the later works of Greek philosophers, on the contrary, it is mentioned that the essence can burn out and after a while again “reborn” from the ashes.
In the writings of Manilius there is information that the duration of the life of an entity is the Great Platonic year. This is the period during which the Sun, Moon and 5 planets return to their original position.
In the Roman Empire, there was an opinion that the magic bird really existed and was in the service of the emperor. The magical essence was a symbol of divine power, the immortality of the state. However, the magical bird did not help the Roman Empire rise from the ashes.
What does the Phoenix bird mean in Jewish Kabbalah and Christianity?
Only the bird resisted the temptation.
There is a little myth in the Jewish religion that tells of what happened once in Eden. It says that Eve gave the fruit from the tree of knowledge not only to Adam, but to all living creatures that were in the area.
Only one creature resisted the temptation, which, thanks to this, was able to maintain its immortality. Further, this entity lives all the time, but every thousand years it burns its nest and is born again from the ashes.
There is another story in which we are talking about a magical essence.
While Noah was on the ark during the flood for a year, he had a conversation with one of the birds. During feeding, only she did not ask for food, did not bother Noah. When asked why the bird did not eat anything, the magical creature replied that it did not want to excite Noah and add to his worries. The man was very touched and asked the Almighty to give the Phoenix infinite life as a reward.
In the Christian religion, the Phoenix bird has become a sign of infinite being, resurrection, eternity. Some believe that this is a symbol of Christ. In early Christianity, one can often find the image of the Phoenix on gravestones. This is an important sign indicating the triumph over death.
Does Phoenix exist in Slavic mythology?
Image of the Firebird
If we talk about Slavic mythology, then even two Phoenix birds appear before us. These are the well-known Firebird and Finist the Clear Falcon.
Despite the fact that the first is more appearance resembles a peacock, and the second was actually a person who from time to time took the form of a bird, they have a lot of similarities.
For example, the Firebird dies with the onset of cold weather, and is born again with the onset of heat. Finist falls into a deep sleep, after which he also wakes up in the spring.
Phoenix from Ethiopia
There is another world that says that in fact, such a bird first appeared on the territory of Ethiopia, and the name was given to it by the Assyrians. On ancient images, the Phoenix in this case appears in the form of an amazing magical character with a rooster's beak, a swallow's throat, a fish's tail, a crane's forehead, a turtle's back and a duck's head.
Image from the painting of the tomb of Irinofer
The magical creature has plumage of scarlet, blue, gold, white and black. All of them personify different virtues: duty, devotion, knowledge of rituals, decency and philanthropy. For the Assyrians, Phoenix was the embodiment of fire, warmth, rich harvest, warmth and kindness. The creature ate bamboo seeds.
What the Phoenix looks like in Japan and China
One of the most amazing versions of the Phoenix is presented in Chinese myths. In ancient times, the legend of the Magic Feng Huang Bird was composed in this country.
Her peculiarity was that in herself she combined both male and female principles. Today, a local breed of chicken is considered a real Phoenix - Onagadori. This is a beautiful bird with a very beautiful fluffy tail, which is more than one meter long.
In the first millennium AD, these birds were brought to Japan. Further, the most real Phoenixes were waiting for metamorphosis. In modern birds, the tails have increased to 10-13 meters. Therefore, we can say with accuracy that at least one Phoenix bird actually exists in our time.
People associated this magical creature with something known and mysterious. Alchemists drew an analogy with the philosopher's stone. This is not surprising, because the philosopher's stone is also "born" from fire that falls from the sky.
Phoenix. Emblem on copper. W. X. von Hochberg, 1675
The legendary bird Phoenix is known all over the world. Mentions of her are found in European legends, in the East it is the embodiment of the feminine, and in Russia it is called the Firebird.
The oldest reference to the Phoenix that has come down to us dates back to the 5th century BC. The Greek historian Herodotus retells the implausible, in his opinion, myth about the Arabian bird, which for the first 500 years of life is not separated from its parent. When elder bird dies, the chick brings her body to the Egyptian city of Heliopolis to bury her body in the local temple of the Sun.
In the chronicles of Tacitus, an ancient Roman historian who lived in the 1st century BC, Phoenix is also mentioned - allegedly he was seen not so long ago in Egypt. According to Tacitus, the Phoenix lives only 500 years, and then, having given birth to a chick, dies.
This myth is also mentioned in the works of other ancient authors, but such a detail as death by fire appears only in the latest. Most likely, it was thanks to the treatises of ancient historians and philosophers that the legend of the Phoenix spread in medieval Europe.
Europe: from alchemists to kings
In Europe, the Phoenix is represented as a bird that looks like an eagle. She has a bright red plumage, sometimes with a golden tint.
Phoenix's feathers are made of fire, so one day it burns out in its own flame, but then it is reborn again. One of the versions claims that he rises from his own ashes, the other - that from an egg laid before his death.
The first Christians often depicted the Phoenix on gravestones, as it was one of the symbols of Jesus Christ. There is a legend that connects it with the Flood. All the animals Noah took into the ark demanded food when they were hungry. Only Phoenix, out of respect for his work, modestly sat in his corner and did not ask for anything, for which he was rewarded - Noah, in gratitude for his humility, wished him eternal life.
Jewish Kabbalah offers its own version of the legend. According to him, Eve fed an apple from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil not only to Adam, but also to all the animals in the Garden of Eden. Only Phoenix refused the treat and remained immortal as a reward for piety.
Western Europeans associate Phoenix with eternal renewal and eternal life, so it has been repeatedly used in heraldry. In particular, it became the personal emblem of two English queens - the sisters of Mary the Bloody and Elizabeth I.
For medieval alchemists, Phoenix meant "red work", one of the last steps in the creation of the philosopher's stone - their greatest goal, allowing them to achieve immortality. Also, in their understanding, the fiery bird was the highest form Mercury (so they called mercury).
China: a harbinger of great deeds and a symbol of emperors
Phoenix has a special place in China. There he is known as Feng Huang or Yuan-chu, the symbol of the yin particle that is part of yin-yang - the unity of opposites. It is also the patron saint of the south, one of the four mythical patron animals and important element feng shui teachings.
The Eastern idea of the Phoenix is different from the Western one. Here it is a huge creature, 3 meters tall, similar to several animals at once. It is "assembled" from a rooster's beak, swallow's goiter, a snake's neck and a fish's tail, and its body is decorated with "patterns like a dragon." From the front it looks like a swan, from the back it looks like a unicorn, and its back is like that of a turtle.
Another source says that the head of Feng Huang was taken from a rooster and symbolizes the Sun, and the back, inherited from a swallow, is a symbol of the rising moon. The wings became a symbol of the wind, the tail - of flowers and trees, and the five colors of its plumage correspond to the five virtues. It is also mentioned that “his color is pleasing to the eye, his crest expresses righteousness, his tongue is sincere, his voice brings out the melody, his ear enjoys music, his heart keeps the rules, treasures of literature are in his chest, his spurs have power against those who break the law.”
A curious fact: only in Chinese legends does a female Phoenix exist. She is called Luan Niao, and outwardly she resembles a rooster. Their relationship with Feng Huang is considered exemplary family life and fidelity. Banners and chariots of emperors were decorated with her image, and her appearance was possible only in times of peace.
The phenomenon of Feng Huang is not an ordinary event. This is evidence of the greatness and wisdom of the reigning emperor, or a harbinger of a significant event, which can also be sad, for example, the death of a ruler. So, the last time, according to popular beliefs, Feng Huang was seen in the XIV century AD. Then he visited the tomb of Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang.
East: defender or enemy?
The Egyptian Phoenix was called Bennu. This is a solar bird that the ancient Egyptians associated with Ra, the sun god. It was he who became the prototype of the wonderful creature described by Herodotus. It should be noted that the connection of the myth with solar cults was noticed not only in Egypt.
In Iran, there is a legend about the Simurgh, a divine bird whose head and paws look like a lion's. He is considered the protector of people and the guardian of the gates leading to the afterlife. According to one version, the Simurgh lives for 700 years and throws himself into the fire after he raises his son.
There is a legend about the Phoenix in the Muslim tradition. Unlike the rest, Anka - as Muslims call him - is the enemy of the human race. It was created by Allah for punishment, and only prayers and repentance can save the villages that are attacked by a monstrous bird. According to this legend, Anka still exists, although it rarely catches the eye of people. Outwardly, Anka looks more like Fen Huan than a European Phoenix.
Russia: apples and pearls
Russian legends also tell of a magical creature that looks like a Phoenix. This is the Firebird. Many folk tales they talk about how heroes and princes go in search of her.
To get the Firebird, you need to overcome many obstacles, and at the end, lure the bird into a golden cage with rejuvenating apples - its favorite delicacy. By eating such an apple, a person can regain youth, gain beauty, or even become immortal.
In images, the Firebird often resembles a peacock. It's not very large bird with a long tail, shining eyes, fiery wings and feathers that shimmer with gold and silver. She lives in Iria, the Garden of Eden, where a golden cage has been built for her. At night, the bird leaves the cage to fly around the garden, and then its feathers illuminate the garden. The Firebird Feather shines brighter than any lamp, and eventually turns into gold. The one who finds such a pen will be lucky.
They are looking for the Firebird not only for the sake of wonderful feathers, but also for the sake of a magical voice. Her singing has healing power, it heals the terminally ill and gives sight to the blind. And while she sings, pearls are pouring from her beak.
Like its mythical relatives from other countries, the Russian Firebird dies in the fire and is reborn from the ashes. But this happens not once in 500 or 1000 years, but every year, and it lives only from spring to autumn. Researchers attribute this to the fact that it symbolizes the sun and light, as well as the change of seasons.
The modern world: fairy tale or reality?
The legend of the Phoenix to this day excites the imagination of many people. This image embodies the old dream of people about a world in which there is no death. Perhaps that is why references to him can often be found in books and films.
Indeed, why is there such a bird in the ancient legends of the American Indians, the inhabitants of the Celestial Empire, the inhabitants of the Nile Delta and the Urals? Under what names is it disguised among different peoples, and does it have a real prototype? Or maybe the “phoenix bird” is something allegorical, not at all connected with ornithology? – We systematize our knowledge, get acquainted with living phoenixes and involuntarily sneer at how we can use old fairy tale for political and religious fanaticism.Let's go through the well-known facts to refresh the memory of the most important. So, the phoenix is a legendary bird from the myths of different cultures, sometimes isolated from each other by deserts and oceans. It was believed that it looked like an eagle in bright red or golden plumage - therefore the name "phoenix" is translated from ancient Greek as "purple". For all peoples, the Phoenix is certainly associated with the cult of the sun and symbolizes eternal renewal and immortality. In addition, according to the mythology of the ancients, the Phoenix either rises from the ashes or burns down at the moment when its chick appears - therefore, there is only one such bird in the world. Phoenix does not eat anything alive, only dew, and never breaks what it lands on - thanks to these prescriptions, the fiery flyer symbolizes meekness, and is the messenger of the gods. Phoenix also witnessed a culinary experience performed by a curious Eve in the Garden of Eden.
Well, now let's see what the myth of the unearthly bird was born from, how the “spoiled phone” turned the Phoenix never caught by anyone into an axiom, and also what it has in common with astronomy, chickens and the end of the world.
Phoenix in Egypt
If you have ever tried to delve into the logic of the mythology of the Land of Black Gold, in the second hour of reading, you must have thrown the book away in a frenzy: the Egyptians contradicted themselves, confused symbols, gods, their family relationships, animals, dates, and everything else. But you probably noticed that humanoid cults did not appear immediately - at first the Egyptians worshiped the sun, moon and stars, as well as the forces of nature, plants and animals. But one day someone came up with the idea that luminaries, crops and sandstorms are controlled by anthropomorphic creatures or partly human gods, adorned with cow horns, bird beaks, a cat's head, etc. From this follows the hypothesis that the Phoenix was originally a rather astronomical symbol, and symbolized the spiral ascent of the star Sirius, which in ancient times was a sign of the flood of the Nile - and hence the coming birth of a new crop. benhu, egyptian phoenix, later could be associated with another myth about the gray heron, which was the very first to settle on land created from silt, being the messenger of the sun god. This bird was worshiped in Heliopolis and was believed to live for 500 years.
Phoenix in Ancient Greece and Rome
The Greeks thought the story was not colorful enough, and everything else that we know about the Phoenix today, they thought out for the Egyptians. Herodotus was the first to write about the fiery bird, frankly distrusting this myth. Later philosophers have already spoken of the self-immolation of the Phoenix and its rise from the ashes, but it would be much more interesting to recall the writings of Manilius. According to them, the Phoenix does not live for 500 years, but the great Platonic year, that is, the time during which the Sun, Moon and five planets return to their original position. Tacitus defines this time as 12,994 years, equal to the astronomical cycle of world history. After this, events will begin to repeat themselves, as the planets will again follow the same path and also affect earthly life. And to give more resemblance to the idea of the Phoenix, the teaching was given that "the world perishes in fire and is reborn in fire, and this process will have no end and no beginning."
All this is reminiscent of the Mayan calendars, and the horror stories associated with them about the coming end of the world. However, among the Mayans, and among the Aztecs, and among the Toltecs, the Phoenix was associated exclusively with the sun, happiness and goodness. But back to the Mediterranean boot: in the Roman Empire, the Phoenix was put to serve for the benefit of the emperors, and, perhaps, it was from him that they borrowed the corporate color, as well as the logo for coins and mosaics. The fiery feathered symbolized the divinity of power and the immortality of the empire, which once nevertheless collapsed - without catching the bird of luck by the tail.
Phoenix in Jewish Kabbalah and Christianity
And now a little more about the Garden of Eden, or Gan Eden. Eva, aka Chava, was in dire need of vitamins, information, and a good beating. But she was not greedy, and after tasting the apple, she shared it with her husband and all the animals that came running to the juicy crunch of the divine fruit. Only Phoenix (or Khol, Orshina) was on a diet, and did not succumb to temptation - that's why he retained his relative immortality, and cannot calmly celebrate a single millennium, because ... burns out. In general, an interesting reward for obedience, but that's not the point.
In Christianity, the Phoenix has become a priori proof of the existence of eternal life, and therefore the truth of the resurrection of God, the meaning of faith and constancy. And it doesn't matter that it all started with a gray heron - the Phoenix symbolized both Christ and the last stage of the Great Work in alchemy, recognized by the science of heretics; emblazoned on the coats of arms of Elizabeth I and the Scottish Queen Mary, but also carved on gravestones. In a word, universal and understandable.
Phoenix in Russia
Oddly enough, here the Phoenix began to evolve in a different direction - not qualitatively, but quantitatively. To be more precise, the Slavs had two phoenixes: Finist the Clear Falcon, and the Firebird. Despite the fact that the first was a sharp-sighted and courageous red fellow, periodically turning into a bird, and the second outwardly resembles a peacock, they have many similarities: the Firebird dies in the fall and is reborn in the spring, and Finist falls asleep soundly and wakes up after hibernation. In addition, the Firebird was literally fiery, and sang beautifully - like the Phoenix.
Phoenix in China and Japan
And finally, it's time to meet the real Phoenix from China. It all started with the myths about the feng huang bird (“Yang Yin”), which combined the male and female elements. This was a magnificent bird with a long tail. Exactly the same as that of the local breed of chickens - their "steering" feathers reached a length of one and a half meters. But in the first millennium of our era, several of these feathered creatures came from China to Japan - this is where the "arms race" of the national shrine began. Phoenix roosters, or "onadagori", began to be bred not just fanatically - they began to be selected. So, chicken tails have lengthened almost 10 times (up to 13 meters). As they say, in the pursuit of beauty, the main thing is not to overdo it, which the Japanese obviously did not catch with their sixth sense. The chicken coop of such “phoenixes” is a high pole, and birds should not get off it, otherwise their tail would turn into a shabby broom. Feng Shui, of course, is Feng Shui, but one of its main good luck charms, onadagori, is a chicken in a solitary cell, suffering from physical inactivity and metabolic disorders. That is OK. And humans will eventually outgrow it too. But the symbol of the phoenix will remain.
In this article, you can find out the most detailed information about who the phoenix bird is a symbol. Chinese mythology recognizes this wonderful bird as a great sign that portends an important or big event.
The ancient Chinese described this mythological character as a creature with a snake's neck, a swallow's goiter, a cock's beak, while the phoenix looks like a swan from the front, but if you look at it from behind, then it looks like a unicorn. The tail is like that of a fish, and the back is like that of a turtle, while patterns are scattered all over the body.
Such a feng shui phoenix bird appeared for the first time shortly before the death of the Yellow Emperor, and was last seen in 1368, when it was briefly placed on the grave of the first emperor from the Ming Dynasty.
Phoenix bird: what does it symbolize?
Phoenix is a solar symbol of heat and light. The bird represents fire, which, paired with the dragon, helps couples find happiness in the birth of children. By the way, the union of the dragon and the phoenix is not accidental, since, according to Chinese mythology, the phoenix is the wife of the dragon.
The meaning of the phoenix bird lies in the search for happiness, victory in business, in search of wisdom and prosperity. The phoenix talisman is usually red or bright orange in color. Those who strive to achieve the goal use the image of the phoenix to attract the necessary luck and fulfillment of desires.
Usually the phoenix is placed in the southern sector. You can not put other talismans next to the phoenix. This is not critical, but the phoenix needs freedom and space so that the bird can spread its wings and realize your talents to their full potential. Other symbols and energies will muffle and constrain its power. In addition, regardless of the size of the talisman itself, the phoenix should always have the “opportunity” to take off, there should not be any obstacles in the way, then the talisman will activate the energies you need.
Phoenix is able to protect you and your home from any kind of danger. You will also be the first to know, which is important in almost any business. But the most interesting thing is that the phoenix activates the development of intuition in you, from which you will become more prudent and far-sighted.
If you do not have the opportunity to purchase a figurine or for some reason you cannot place it correctly, then you can use the images of a bird, but then it is advisable to choose drawings of a phoenix with red plumage.
The ideal place for a Chinese talisman is a fireplace. They just try to place it in the southern part of the house.
The phoenix itself is a very powerful talisman and it can even harm you to some extent by exaggerating its powers too much. This can be expressed in the manifestation of your negative character traits - incontinence, aggressiveness, irascibility. To prevent this from happening, "balance" the talisman with other symbols - a dragon, a tiger and a turtle.
Phoenix loves the neighborhood with candles. If you light them from time to time, the positive energy of the phoenix will increase. A saucer with grains will also help.
To attract good luck in a general sense, put a talisman at the front door. If there is a shrub, a hedge, a low fence in front of the front door to the house, then this will enhance the effect of the phoenix.
Near the house, you should have enough free space, where the necessary phoenix will accumulate.
Many people complain that the phoenix figurine is hard to find, it is rare to find it even in specialized stores. In this case, you can temporarily use rooster or flamingo figurines. Their energy is not so strong, but similar.
Where to place?
Well "works", as we have already written, paintings with images of a bird, as well as vases with images of a phoenix. If not only a phoenix, but also a dragon is drawn on the vase, such a talisman will have even stronger energy.
Phoenix is distinguished by powerful energy and willpower. He knows how, as Chinese mythology says, to rise from the ashes, rising to heaven. If you hang a picture with a phoenix in its southern part, you will definitely achieve respect and recognition.
It is very important that the phoenix is ideal for an office or living room, but it is better not to place it in the bedroom, as the firebird will increase activity, which is not at all appropriate in the Yin atmosphere of sleep. You will not be able to rest peacefully and may even experience insomnia.
The phoenix bird is a powerful enough symbol for those who lose heart. If you are in a difficult and difficult situation, when it seems to you that everything is futile and hopeless, the phoenix will teach you how to cope with difficulties. Thanks to him, you will be able to show independence, independence, you will be able to get out of your problem as a winner.
Those who initially have well-developed intuition, the phoenix helps to learn how to predict the events of their lives and their entire destiny.
The sacred bird, somewhat reminiscent of an eagle and a heron at the same time, has been living on Earth for thousands of years. The beautiful creature is known in the world under different names: Anka, Simurgh, Geruda and others. But, despite the many names, a powerful creature in every country and religion symbolizes the thirst for life, the strength of faith and the incorruptibility of the soul.
Origin story
The legendary Phoenix bird did not immediately become a symbol of immortality. The Phoenix is believed to live for 500 years. The animal lives near its own parents. After the death of relatives, the magical creature transfers the bodies of the dead to the Temple of the Sun God in Heliopolis, where it remains until the term that the gods allocated to the bird expires.
The story described by the ancient Greek is borrowed from Egyptian mythology. In the first legends, the bird appears under the name Bennu. It is not surprising that in the later writings of Herodotus' compatriots, the essence of the Phoenix has changed.
Now a rare creature lives Platonov for a year (a period of time equal to 12954 years). Death comes to the bird after the Phoenix inhales the scent of cinnamon. From the ashes of a dead creature, a chick is born, which quickly gains strength.
The image of a regenerating creature in Greece personified rising Sun. Soon the mystical bird gained world significance. Every religion has used the Phoenix as a symbol of immortality, self-sacrifice, meekness and masculinity.
Mythology
legends about fairy bird appear in many respected sources. The Bible is no exception. The Book of Enoch and the Revelations of Baruch tell the story of the immortality of the Phoenix.
Eve, who succumbed to the serpent's temptation, fell into sin herself and fed all the animals she met with the forbidden apple. Only one bird did not succumb to the provocation. Phoenix rejected the sinful offering, thereby earning eternal life in the eyes of the Lord.
No less popular is the myth affecting the Phoenix and. While the man was completing the construction of the Ark, the animals began to arrive on the ship. Among the many living creatures, only one bird did not require attention and fed exclusively on dew. When Noah asked what was the reason for this behavior, Phoenix replied that he did not want to worry the hero. For such a reverent attitude, the man asked God to give the bird immortality.
Later interpretations of the ancient Greek myth about claim that the Atlantean entrusted people with more than a simple fire. The rebel gave his own wards the Phoenix, which helps the people of Greece to keep such a precious gift. The gods of Olympus have been trying for many centuries to take away the magical flame from mere mortals. But while the Phoenix lives on Earth, humanity can again and again resurrect fire in their own homes.
In Slavic mythology, the Phoenix appears in two guises at once: and Finist the Clear Falcon. Both characters are represented by heat-loving creatures. Creatures either die with the onset of cold weather (Firebird), or fall into a deep sleep (Clear Falcon). But with the advent of spring, the half-bird, half-man rises again.
In Islam, the Phoenix exists only as a male. Outwardly, the bird resembles a huge heron. Adherents of Islam call the creature Actus. When the time comes to have offspring, the eastern Phoenix with its beak carves a fire out of a tree, into which lies a own will.
When rain falls on the ashes left by the Phoenix, caterpillars emerge from the mud. Later, creatures acquire feathers and wings. So a new generation of beautiful mystical creatures is growing up.
In Eastern mythology, the Phoenix is represented as a sacred animal, embodying the male and female principles. The external coloring of the bird consists of five bright colors that symbolize the most important aspects of people's lives. According to legend, the first person on Earth called the Phoenix from heaven with the help of magical music emanating from the heart.
Screen adaptations
The mystical bird is a frequent character in films and cartoons. In 1952, the audience was shocked by Lydia Vertinskaya, who played the role of a magical creature from the fairy tale "Sadko". The role of Phoenix was the debut for an unusual beauty.
The image of an immortal bird is actively exploited in films based on comics. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the name Phoenix went to the character - a member of the X-Men. The role of the inflammable girl was played by the actress.
Phoenix is a real helper in a series of films about. Fawkes lives in the office of the director of the Hogwarts school and comes to the aid of the young wizard during the battle with enemies. Phoenix first appears in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
Eli Finch from the TV series Supernatural has a strong influence and power. Phoenix kills with one touch. The ash that remains from a creature after death is able to rid the world of the Mother of all monsters. The role of the Phoenix Man went to Matthew John Armstrong.
However, the bird is not always represented as a positive character. In the animated series Winx Club - Fairy School, the creature became the antagonist of the fairies, who had already defeated the magical creature 16 years ago.
In the TV series Grimm, the demon Fireworm has the same set of abilities as the mystical bird. The villain commits arson and spontaneously ignites at will. The role of the unusual Phoenix was played by Gideon Emery.
- Makeup, stylized as a Phoenix, has long been used in fashion shows and photo shoots. In such images, makeup artists focus on the eyes and ignore the lips.
- The image of a mystical bird is used on the coat of arms of Voskresensk near Moscow and the Latvian city of Dagda. In heraldry, the bird also appears on medals.
- The amulet that depicts the Phoenix is a constant companion of mystics and fans of the occult sciences.
Quotes
"As long as you believe in me, I will always come back to life."
“The goal and the man is on earth and so it will be forever. Woe to those who want to achieve happiness by deed! Happiness is peace, sleep, dream ... "
"I, the Phoenix bird, will sing sweet songs to you."
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