What does feline mean. Who are you for me: the meaning of cats in human life. Here are some dreams and their interpretations

The origins of the cult of the black cat should be sought in ancient Egypt, the cradle of mysticism and secret knowledge. The Egyptian goddess of joy and fun, Bast (Bastet), revered in the guise of a black cat, was often depicted as a woman with a cat's head and a musical instrument - a sistrum - in her hands. The favor of Bast, who was also the goddess of love, fertility and female sensuality, was always supposed to bring good luck. Annual celebrations in honor of the cheerful deity - cats were accompanied by night chants and mass dances.

The expansion and contraction of the cat's pupils was considered in Egypt as a sign of the waning and waxing moon, so this animal also became a symbol of the night star. When a domestic cat died, its owners shaved off their eyebrows, expressing their grief. If a noble Egyptian died, his favorite things were buried with him and, of course, the mummy of a faithful mouser and several mice, so that the pet would not starve during the transition to another world. The one who committed the murder of a sacred animal, even by accident, was sentenced to death.

Among the American Indians, a wild cat is a sign of theft. The Celts have chthonic power, a funerary symbol. In Greco-Roman culture, like its Egyptian counterpart, the cat was considered a companion of the lunar Diana. In addition, due to an independent disposition, unwillingness to succumb to training, he became an emblem of the freedom of Ancient Rome: the goddess Libertas was depicted with a cat lying at her feet. He was considered the guardian spirit of the hearth.

Among the Scandinavians, the cat is an attribute of Freya, the goddess of fertility, love and beauty. She travels in a wagon drawn by graceful mustachioed creatures. In Christianity, the cat was associated with Satan, darkness, lust, laziness. Muslims believed that this animal was born in Noah's ark from the sneezing of a lion. The cat saved Mohammed from the snake and, since the prophet stroked his back, acquired the ability to fall exclusively on his paws.

The Chinese, being a nocturnal animal, "whiskered-striped" refers to the concept of "yin", communicates with evil forces, has the ability to transform. In addition, the hieroglyph for the cat is "mao", the same as for the number 80. This made the purr a symbol of long life. The Japanese also associate it with the possibility of reincarnation and peaceful rest.

In England, cats have always been considered the household spirits of witches. It was also believed that a witch could turn into a cat whenever she wished. According to legend, these companions of the prince of darkness have nine lives and are endowed with supernatural powers. As for the black cat, the British still consider its presence a guarantee of good luck. He crosses your path - this is fortunate. Entering your house or room is a good sign. But if, upon waking up, the first thing you see is such a pussy, expect trouble. In Ireland, they believe that it is not good, setting off on a journey, to hear the cries of March revelers.

If a disease has come to the family, it is necessary to wash the patient and pour water on the unfortunate cat. Then drive the animal out the door, and the disease will jump out with it.

Sneezing Mr. Cat - to the rain. Sneezes three times - someone in the house will catch a cold. If this happens at least once next to the bride, the marriage will be successful.

The wives of sailors always tried to get a black kitten in the house, so that Fortune smiled at their husbands more often during the voyage. A superstition common among fishermen has led to a sharp increase in the market price for the resin-colored purr. And nowadays blackies are very popular in England, they are willingly bought by residents of fishing villages, seeing them as guarantors of their safety.

Russian folk beliefs about a black cat are quite contradictory. On the one hand, a prophetic animal is able to predict the future and brings happiness. In Russia, it is still widely believed: "To kill a cat - for seven years you will not see any luck in anything." On the other hand, it is a witch spawn and a servant of evil spirits. Even when purchasing a cat, certain conditions must be observed. In the Yaroslavl province, in order to get a good Murka, they do this: first of all, they will persuade someone to sell it, but for the smallest fee, namely, for one chicken egg. No one will take it for free: otherwise the Wor-cat, they say, "will not be fought."

In Rus', they believed that when moving to a new house, one must certainly take Barsik or Vaska with them. By the way, in Ireland, on the contrary, the presence of this creature at housewarming celebrations is unacceptable.

A black cat is a reliable protection for a person. In V. Dahl we read: “A black dog, a black cat and a black rooster in the house save from a thunderstorm and from a thief.”

So what to do if the hero of legends and superstitions gracefully crossed the road? It turns out that it all depends on the direction in which this clever beast ran. If from left to right - for a woman this portends good luck. From right to left - failure is guaranteed. For men, it's the other way around. Fortune will smile only if the coal-colored Matroskin crossed the street from right to left.

Is it really worth attaching such great importance to superstitions? Perhaps the famous American comedian Groucho Marx was right when he assured: "A black cat crossing your path means only that he went about his business."

In the days of the USSR and in the dashing 90s, strict control was carried out among prisoners over how the tattoo corresponds to the status of its owner. Since then, morals have softened, and some tattoos have been used outside the criminal environment, just for beauty. These tattoos include the image of a cat, equally loved by both men and women. Funny images of cats are applied to any part of the body, while they have nothing to do with real prison tattoos, and even more so with the abbreviation CAT.

The tattoo with a cat is a graphic representation of the abbreviation CAT, which stands for "Indigenous Prison Dweller". Traditionally applied to repeat offenders with multiple walkers per area. The cat was chosen because of the special attachment of this animal to the house. To emphasize their habitation in the colony, an inscription like "I'm home again" is often added under the tattoo. A cat with keys distinguishes an experienced burglar who feels at home in other people's apartments.

Cats are often stabbed by pickpockets. Ring tattoos with the head of this animal are also common. Previously, thieves were sometimes forcibly depicted with a bow around the neck of a pricked cat. In this way, those who worked as an informer for law enforcement agencies were marked, that is, they were “tied up by cops” and tied an informer’s bandage on their sleeves. Over time, this custom was forgotten, and in our time, thieves decorate their cats with bows just for beauty.

The figurine of a cat is often supplemented with the corresponding abbreviation. At the same time, the CAT is also deciphered as “Who Warms Melancholy” and “As It Is Difficult for One”. Often, prisoners are tattooed in the form of tigers that look like a cat. Such a tattoo stands for an irreconcilable attitude towards power. Tigra can impale most prisoners with a long record of service.

The symbolism of the tattoo and the place of its application

It is believed that by depicting the head of a cat, you can attract good luck in the thieves' trade. The most common is the tattoo of a cat in a top hat; occasionally, the front paws are added to the animal. The place where the tattoo is applied also matters. The most prestigious is a cat on the shoulder or forearm; only authoritative recidivists have the right to wear it.

Applying such a tattoo on the stomach means just a burglar thief. The location of the cat on the leg means frequent short trips to the zone, mainly for robbery attacks. The image under the arm indicates that its owner considers the prison to be his home. The cat on the back is almost never found. All of the above should be taken into account in order not to tattoo a cat out of ignorance, because a very unpleasant and painful retribution can occur for the use of insignia of reputable thieves.

Each animal, plant, stone has its own meaning. The symbolism is very important. It has its own "secret". By choosing the right symbol, you can change your life. Some do not believe, they say that changes in life are just an accident, and not a consequence of the fact that a person put on a pendant with a pebble or a ring with some animal.

Now we will talk about what the cat is a symbol of. Surely you have seen pendants depicting a purr or her close "relatives". Observing the behavior of a cat, you can guess that it symbolizes aristocracy, femininity and sophistication. You will not meet a single cat that does not behave majestically and even regally. This is exactly the animal that loves itself and requires the same from others. That is why it is recommended that modest, even a little shy people wear gold jewelry with a cat symbol on it. These are not only pendants, but also rings, earrings, bracelets. The purr will be "attracted" by self-confidence.

In addition, gold has always been (and will remain) a noble metal. He has his own energy, strong, which will help the owner of the jewelry. The silver image of a cat attracts good luck, the main thing is to have time to grab it by the tail and not miss it. Do you want to change your life? Try wearing silver cat jewelry.

Do you have a desire, but it is not fulfilled? All in your hands. Wear a Bronze Purring Ornament. It is only necessary to understand that the cat cannot solve material problems, this animal is very independent. But here to attract good luck or meet your true love - this is within the power of a bronze cat.

A huge role is played by the position of the "body" of the cat on the decoration. For example, if an animal is depicted curled up in a ball, then this symbolizes calmness, harmony and comfort. Are you afraid that you are being deceived? Get a cat with ears on top. She seems to “overhear” the most intimate for you. If the cat holds its tail with a pipe, then this will lead to adventures on the love front, which do not always end happily.

Many people find that the constant meowing of a cat is very annoying. Why do cats meow? It is believed that there are more than 30 different sounds that a meowing cat makes, and their number will depend on how often it communicates with other cats and with non-cats, for example, with people and dogs. Yes, your cat can talk to your dog too!

We humans are accustomed to using vocabulary to communicate with each other, and over the years cats have learned that we respond much better to the sounds of voice than to body language or smells, which are the main sources of communication between cats.

Why do domestic cats "talk"?

When a house cat meows, she is trying to tell us that she wants something, such as “open the doors,” “I'm hungry,” or “hey! Look at me, I want to be tickled!”

Many of the meow sounds a cat uses to communicate with humans are variations on the sounds a kitten uses to communicate with its mother. This is because cats perceive the owner not as a leader (as happens in dogs), but as a mother figure. Cats depend on our food and the comfort we give them, and therefore they treat us like little kittens.

Cats that spend a lot of time interacting with other cats will use other means of communication: body language, scents, and other forms of feline communication. They mainly use their voice during mating and when communicating between mother and kitten.

It is important to pay attention to any change in your cat's behavior, including if the cat is meowing very frequently, as this may be a sign that she is unwell. It is worth consulting with a veterinarian to find out if the change in the cat's behavior is related to poor health.

What sounds does a cat make and what do they mean?

All the sounds that a cat makes can be divided into three large groups.

Rumbling - produced when the mouth is closed.

· Vowel sounds are produced when the mouth closes. This is a meow.

· Loud intense sounds - while the mouth is wide open and tense.

Within these groups there are many different sounds. However, there are well-known sounds that most cat owners know, and in a broad sense, their meanings are the same, namely:

Regular meowing - looking for attention. Used to communicate with owners or kittens (“well, do you still love me a little bit?”)

Clicking teeth - excitement and disappointment. This is often seen when cats look at birds through a window and fail to catch them (includes rapid jaw movements).

Growling - a cat warns others to stay away.

· Squeak (kittens) - usually used to attract the attention of the mother when the kittens are hungry or cold.

Hissing - usually used as a threat to other cats, but can also be a sign of fear.

· The so-called "Cat concert" - used when looking for a partner for mating.

· Purring is a sign of satisfaction and relaxation, but is also used for self-soothing if the cat is in pain.

Screech - used as an indicator of pain or distress ("Just try to step on my tail again!")

· Chirps are friendly sounds often used to greet other cats and their owners.

Why won't my cat stop meowing?

Excessive meowing of a cat is often caused by the fact that she has learned that with the help of meowing she can get what she wants. This can become a habit, and the cat begins to meow more and more often. It can be quite cute, however, if she starts meowing all night long or drives you crazy during the day, then it's time to get rid of this bad habit.

The first step should be to completely ignore her meow. Meowing is used by the cat to get what she wants, so don't give it to the cat when she meows (for example, food), but give it when she is being quiet. Likewise, give your cat plenty of attention and affection when she is silent and ignore her when she meows.

Do not yell or scold your pet when it meows. If this cat behavior persists, then you may need to resort to a spray bottle: spray some water on the cat when she meows (although I personally don't like this method, as it can scare some cats). This won't hurt the cats, but they will soon learn that the meow is followed by a shower and it will stop the excessive meowing. This can be especially helpful for cats who meow all night for attention. Remember to cuddle and play with your cat before bed.

Some owners use the following trick: a cat can stop meowing if you blow on its face. Why don't you try this with your cat the next time she meows? Will it suddenly work?

Why do domestic cats "talk"?

When a house cat meows, she is trying to tell us she wants something, like "open the doors", "I'm hungry" or "Hey! Look at me, I want to be tickled!"

What sounds does a cat make and what do they mean?

All the sounds that a cat makes can be divided into three large groups.

Rumbling - produced when the mouth is closed.

· Vowel sounds are produced when the mouth closes. This is a meow.

Loud intense sounds - the mouth is wide open and tense.

Within these groups there are many different sounds. However, there are well-known sounds that most cat owners know, and in a broad sense, their meanings are the same, namely:

Regular meowing - looking for attention. Used to communicate with owners or kittens ("well, do you still love me a little bit?")

Clicking teeth - excitement and disappointment. This is often seen when cats look at birds through a window and fail to catch them. (includes rapid jaw movements).

Growling - a cat warns others to stay away.

· Squeak (kittens) - usually used to attract the attention of the mother when the kittens are hungry or cold.

· Hissing - usually used as a threat to other cats, but can also be a sign of fear.

· The so-called "Cat concert" - used when looking for a partner for mating.

· Purring is a sign of satisfaction and relaxation, but is also used for self-soothing if the cat is in pain.

Screech - used as an indicator of pain or distress ("Just try to step on my tail again!")

· Chirps are friendly sounds often used to greet other cats and their owners.

Why won't my cat stop meowing?

Some owners use the following trick: a cat can stop meowing if you blow on its face. Why don't you try this with your cat the next time she meows? Will it suddenly work?