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Symbols appear to us in dreams or patterns of synchronicity. When they do, it is wise to take note. Symbols are the language<\/a> of the unconscious and understanding their meaning can help you reach a moment of self-realisation.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dolphins are a symbol you want to see revealing themselves to you. We are told these sophisticated mammals are a symbol of intelligence, peace and prosperity. They are actually more than that. In short, the symbolic meaning of dolphins augurs a connection with your True Nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When an aspect of the personality you were previously unconscious of is recognised by the light of the conscious mind, you have the opportunity to expand conscious awareness. In doing so you are able to grow. This is why exoteric sources say the symbolic meaning of dolphins represents intelligence, peace and prosperity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Exoteric sources also say the symbolic meaning of symbols represents guidance, protection, communication, freedom, romance, transformation (death and rebirth), and psychic abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whilst none of these interpretations is wrong, exoteric symbolism can be misleading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, I explain how to remove the veil of illusion the scraps offered by exoteric sources erect. By understanding the veiled wisdom, you are able to piece the scraps together and reveal the esoteric meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First of all, we need to take a look at where and how dolphins appear in world mythologies. By examining the symbolic meaning of dolphins across different cultures, it is possible to identify patterns that lead you to the motifs hidden meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dolphins in World Mythologies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before we explore the symbolic meaning of dolphins, let\u2019s take a look at how these intelligent animals appear in ancient mythology. [I have also added in brackets, why the exoteric meaning might have been derived.]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Greek mythology, Poseidon sends a Dolphin to persuade Amphitrite<\/a> to be his bride. [Messages \/ communication \/ romance<\/strong>]. Below, you can see a mosaic of dolphins pictured with a trident representing the god Neptune, the Roman equivalent to the Greek Poseidon.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Poseidon is identified amongst the Greek gods because of the trident he carries. Do you find it strange that the dolphin is often depicted on a trident or a cross in Christian traditions – a motif reflecting the crucifixion and purity of Christ. [Transformation, death and rebirth<\/strong>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It shouldn\u2019t really come as any surprise given that dolphins have a reputation for saving human lives by guiding their ships to safety. Jesus Christ is also said to guide men to safety by offering protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Christian churches, the trident is often replaced with an anchor to represent the symbolism of the dolphin.<\/p>\n\n\n

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There is also a story in Greek mythology involving the god, Dionysus; another Greek god that shares numerous similarities with Jesus Christ<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The god of wine was captured by Etruscan pirates and tied to a mast. The ship\u2019s crew attempted to pull him limb from limb – dismemberment representing fragmented consciousness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cDionysus is also a creative deity, but creative through thought, as it were. He produces the idea of the world, and his knowledge sustains it in all its reality. At the same time he is dismembered by the Titans, who are the direct creators of physical matter, and distributed into the human race, i.e. he is also the higher mind in each one of us.\u201d ~ Mystery Religions in the Ancient World, Joscelyn Godwin<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Despite the best efforts of the pirates, Dionysus could not be annihilated. Dionysus, like Jesus, represents pure consciousness that has reunited. Dionysus is known as the \u2018thrice born\u2019 and Jesus\u2019 resurrection as the second coming; death and rebirth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the pirate ship, Dionysus transforms the oars into serpents. Terrified, the crew jump overboard and are transformed into dolphins so they can spend the rest of their days helping to guide ships to safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The indigenous peoples of South America revere the pink river dolphin in such high esteem it is believed to bring bad luck if you kill them. [Freedom<\/strong>]. Legend states that, at night, the pink river dolphin transforms into a handsome man at seduces young girls that fall in love with him. The mysterious handsome stranger is said to make love with the girls and impregnates them. [Romance<\/strong>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Chumash culture, a native American Indian tribe from modern-day California, depict dolphins as the saviours of humans. Tribal myths tell of how Hutash, Mother Earth, sends a rainbow across the ocean so people can walk across it like a bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, some travellers fall into the ocean below. To rescue them from drowning, Hutash transforms them into dolphins. [Help, guidance, transformation<\/strong>].<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Chinese mythology, dolphins are the most celebrated creatures of the river Yangtze, deemed to be the goddess Baiji<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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In one version of the story, Baiji is a princess who was thrown into the river by her father because she refused to marry a rich man. Another version tells how the young girl leaps into the river to avoid being raped by her evil stepfather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To the local fishermen and boatmen, Baiji is a symbol of peace, prosperity and protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Hindu mythology, a dolphin is said to have guided the goddess Ganga down from the heavens. [Protection, guidance, messages<\/strong>].<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Esoteric Meaning of Dolphins<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like all spirit animals that appear in ancient legends, dolphins reflect aspects of human consciousness. It was through the observation and study of wildlife that the ancient magi devised symbolic meaning for animals, plants and trees etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To understand the exoteric meaning behind a symbol, you have to piece together the exoteric meanings offered by various \u201cauthoritative\u201d sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned above, the symbolic meaning of dolphins represent:<\/p>\n\n\n\n