White Butterfly Symbolism and Meaning [Interpretation]

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Tina Caro is a passionate solitary witch, an astrologer, a yogi, and she's a passionate supporter of all things holistic! Her favorites are green magick, moon rituals, and shadow work.

Having the purest color of nature, white butterflies always attract looks when they’re flying around. Let’s learn more about white butterfly symbolism and meaning!

How is White Butterfly Connected with Esotericism?

Butterflies are known for mythical qualities throughout history, especially for everything that’s connected with transformation. In our case, a white butterfly is linked to metamorphosis.

In Ireland in the 17th century, white butterflies supposedly had a pure soul of small and innocent deceased children, so it was forbidden to kill them.

White Butterfly Meaning and Symbolism Explained

The white butterfly is usually linked to a symbol of good luck and prosperity because of the purity of its color. Besides, it is indicated that they can forecast births and new life opportunities.

Spiritual Meaning

As the butterflies are the best representation of the immensity of nature, on a spiritual level, these are the symbol of purity, freshness, and good omen.

However, the spiritual meaning of the white butterfly is different in different cultures. People of various cultures and religions have various beliefs.

On a Personal Level

It is said that those connected with white butterflies are natural leaders in all aspects of life and can stand out from the crowd.

The Bearers of Dreams

Blackfoot, which is a tribe of Native Americans, considers these butterflies the bearers of dreams.

When someone falls asleep, that person’s dreams are carried by the white butterfly.

That is why they can travel quite easily between the physical world and the spiritual world.

The Bearers of Good Luck

In many religions, white butterflies symbolize fortune and good luck. It is also said that they are the messengers that carry good news.

Messengers of the Changes

They are messengers that tell us that spiritual changes are coming. It can even be a sign of wisdom and spiritual growth.

For example, for those of you who recently started some spiritual practice, this butterfly will mean that you made the right decision.

Messengers from the World of Angels

Butterflies are also an angelic sign. The angels want us to know that they are close to us.

Also, they take care of us and protect us always.

When we are in a difficult situation, the white butterfly will be the sign of our angels and will tell us that they will guide us through all the problems.

Omens of Death

Several cultures consider white butterflies the bringers of death.

For example, the state of Maryland in the United States believes that white butterflies in the home are the sign that indicates that someone in the family will die.

On the other hand, starting a new year seeing white butterflies will be an omen. It means that this particular year will bring news of death.

What if White Butterfly Appears in your Dreams?

Dreaming about a white butterfly indicate a vital transition phase, probably due to some tough moment you went through. It means that you’ll find the right path once again.

These dreams symbolize peace and that your soul is (or will be) in harmony with the people (or place) around you.

Your subconscious tries to show you that every day should be a gift for you, appreciate the positive side of life, and appreciate the people around you.

It also means that it’s time to move on from the tough past.

No matter what happens, you still have yourself. Remember that our life is a reflection of what we think and the vibes we transmit!

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What if the White Butterfly Lands on You?

The white butterfly chooses to land on us if there is an angelic message from someone who passed away. It can also mean that a blessing is coming our way, or that someone from the other side is watching over us.

Butterflies always manage to catch our attention, so the Angels “uses” these winged creatures as messengers between a physical and a spiritual realm.

So, when you see a butterfly, be calm, enjoy the moment, and listen!

Listen through your intuition, through the subtle senses, the thoughts, the sensations, and the inner visions that allow you to receive the message of the Angels.

What if a White Butterfly Flies Around You?

If a white butterfly crosses your path, a divine omen of transformation and change is presented to you, for better or for worse.

The prophets of the ancient religions understood these butterflies as signs of heavenly intervention and imminent change.

The question is, what kind of omen is this?

Furthermore, ancient Greeks and Druids believed that sometimes the butterfly was a masked human soul, in a different form, traveling to other kingdoms.

So, the persistent miracles of the butterflies could be a sign that the dead try to talk to you or that a loved one tries to contact you.

To be honest, not all changes are good. However, we rarely like to talk about “good” or “bad” changes, because we genuinely believe that even the most difficult challenges bear fruits of evolution and broader awareness.

We usually have to dig deeper to find the golden opportunity, which can sometimes be found in the ashes of our progress.