All about the seven elephants figurines

Children born during the Soviet era will probably remember how their grandmothers had figures of seven elephants lined up in a row on the sideboard. But these were the times when no one had ever heard of the teachings of feng shui in our country, but the elephant figurines were very popular. What does such a composition mean, how to use 7 elephants to attract good luck and where it is best to place them - read below.

In Chinese, Indian and African cultures, elephants have been especially revered animals since ancient times. They were considered the kings of the animal world, respected for their intelligence, physical strength, patience and endurance.

The feng shui system, which came to us from China, claims that elephant figurines should be in every home to attract heavenly and earthly luck. White statuettes with raised trunks are more popular. There can be any number of them, but seven is a sacred number endowed with magical properties.

The thing is that this figure very often appears in a variety of texts and teachings. For example, in ancient times 7 metals were used: gold, silver, iron, tin, lead, copper, mercury. There are seven known celestial bodies that can be seen without any additional devices: the Sun, Moon, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Mercury. All of them are at the same distance from each other and revolve in the same orbit, personifying the harmony of the Universe.

Next, let's move on to religion. In China and Japan, it is believed that there are 7 deities of luck: Jurodzin, Benzaiten, Bisamon-ten, Hotei, Daikokuten, Fukurokuju, Ebisu.In Christianity, the seven denotes the number of days of Great Lent, in Islam there are 7 heavens (the seventh personifies the achievement of the highest prosperity). And even our daily life does not lag behind: here you have 7 days a week, and a seven-color rainbow, there are also 7 wonders of the world, as well as periods in the known system of chemical elements.

So, back to our "family" of seven elephants. There is a belief that the one who places this talisman in his house will receive 7 benefactors:

• longevity;
• good luck;
• good health;
• love;
• material well-being;
• immeasurable happiness;
• understanding.

Also, according to the teachings of Feng Shui, a combination of seven different-sized figures of elephants attracts a favorable Flying Star of the Year, that is, it helps to activate (strengthen) favorable energy in the home or neutralize bad, dangerous one.

The 7 elephants mascot is a guarantee:

• happy marriage;
• protection from uninvited guests;
• the safety of the owners' property, as well as their welfare.

It is customary not only to decorate one's own home with statuettes and souvenirs, but also to present them as a gift to loved ones. Let's figure out which elephants are best to give or buy for yourself, so that they bring maximum luck.

• For a person holding a leading position, in order to strengthen his authority and gain special wisdom and business acumen, it is advisable to give silver elephants. This noble metal, coupled with the magical properties of the figurines, will bring the owner confidence in the future.
• Malachite elephants are suitable for people who dream of radically changing their lives, for example: go to study, start working in a new specialty, start your own business. The talisman will give decisiveness and self-confidence.
• White marble elephants are classics of the genre. White color in itself is considered a protective amulet, and marble symbolizes endurance, strength of character, spiritual strength. Such amulets should be purchased by all those who wish to protect themselves and their families from the evil eye, outside influence and any negative outside influence.
• Crystal elephants protect the owner from any troubles, troubles and misfortunes.
• Figurines made of gold (and any other yellow metal, not even precious) can be installed by people who are professionally involved in sports - this will help attract luck in competitions and get the coveted first place.
• Amber elephants help to get rid of pathological suspicion, jealousy.

In the shops of themed goods or on the Internet sites selling feng shui amulets, there are many different elephants in a combination of 7 pieces. In order not to get confused and choose the best one, you should remember this:

• in no case should you buy figurines made of ivory or ivory - such products will bring the opposite effect: they will attract negativity and troubles;
• make sure that all the figures are intact, without chips, evenly painted over;
• positive energy is carried by elephants with raised trunks;
• if you are in doubt about what color it is better to buy, choose white - you will not be mistaken.

The location of the "family" of 7 elephants is not specifically indicated - in any corner of the home or office, this symbol will bring good luck. However, according to Feng Shui teachings, it is best to place them so that the trunks are directed to the southeast or southwest part of the room. If you want to gain an influential patron, turn the elephants towards the northwest.

When you bring this magical artifact into your home, activate it. Decorate each elephant with chains, beads, rings or semi-precious stones. Please note that ivory / ivory products cannot be used.