Praying mantis

Solid brass. Praying mantis can symbolize stillness, patience, and mindfulness due to its motionless hunting style. Depending on the culture, it can also represent good luck, divine protection, or a connection to the spiritual world. Some cultures also associate it with military strength and courage, or even a message from ancestors. Positive meanings Stillness and patience: The mantis is a master of patience, waiting for the perfect moment to strike, making it a symbol for being still, calm, and mindful. Good luck and divine protection: Many cultures see a praying mantis as a good omen, a sign of good fortune, or a spiritual protector. For some Christians, a sighting can mean angels are watching over you, while in some African traditions, it is seen as a sign of good luck. Strength and courage: In China and Japan, the mantis is an emblem of military strength and courage, as it always moves forward with determination, notes Birds and Blooms. Guidance and foresight: The Greek word for mantis, mantikos, means "prophet," and the Greeks believed it was an oracle that could predict the future. Miniature, mini, collectible, insect, vintage, antique