Symbolic meanings of butterfly
The butterfly is a symbol of transformation because of its
impressive process of metamorphosis.
From egg to caterpillar to pupa, and from the cocoon the butterfly emerges in its unfurling
glory.
We can relate the butterfly's stages of life to our own
life-phases...growing pains, times of ravenous hunger, times of
vulnerability, moments of miraculous expansion.
In many cultures the butterfly is associated with the soul.
Christianity considers the butterfly as a symbol for the soul.
To wit, the butterfly is depicted on ancient Christian tombs, as
Christ has been illustrated holding a butterfly in Christian art.
Olso, the butterfly can represents
time, grace, growth, elegance, transition, expansion, surrender, lightness, expression, resurrection and vulnerability.
Butterfly in Mandala
Native butterfly Mandala
Acryl on paper