Within the world of witchcraft, anything you imagine can take on some kind of transcendental meaning. In this sense, Animals and insects are usually symbols of messages, omens or warnings.which from the witchcraft side is always good to keep in mind.
Particularly, the cricket is an insect whose meaning is treated within this scope and it is precisely the one that we will expand on in this case.
since ancient times, crickets have been taken as symbols of good fortune. That is why the fact that one poses or enters your house is an indication of the fulfillment of a wish and prosperity.
Why is the cricket associated with good fortune?
The American tradition, and also the Asian one, has always considered the cricket as an insect symbol of prosperity and fortune. This is because his singing has always represented good news.
On the one hand, the farmers considered that it was auspicious to harvest once the cricket singsbecause in this way it was indicated that time would be in his favor.
It is also considered guardian of homes, since these are creatures that quickly warn of a danger or unusual situation and begin to sing, so having one at home helps avoid tragedies or unfortunate situations. So much so, that the ancient tradition suggested carrying amulets of these creatures, in order to ward off danger.
What does the cricket represent?
Some of the representations associated with crickets are the following:
Good luck: Hearing a cricket sing is a sign that fortune will arrive soon, since the cricket is a messenger of good news. Likewise, it represents joy and faith in complex occasions.
Wisdom: Crickets are also used as a symbol of wisdom. In the Chinese civilization and the Native American ethnic groups, it was used as an amulet in making resolutions and as a form of inspiration.
Success and prosperity: Fortune does not come alone, it always comes with success and prosperity. In Chinese civilization, the cricket was used as a way to attract abundance and good luck to attract success in life.
Protection: Another spiritual property of the cricket is protection against bad energy. It is estimated that this small animal can scare away evil spirits, which is also useful to scare away envy and dark spells.
Vitality: Finally, crickets have the possibility of helping us attract vitality and energy into our lives, which is why the beginning of the harvest is oriented by their song, since it offered the precise energy and the ideal moment to start harvesting in fields.
What to do if a cricket enters my house?
Since the cricket is an insect associated with good fortune, it is advisable to let him live with you as long as he wants to stay. It is never suggested to kill it or take it out, as that would be contrary to the good luck that has come to your home.
Is the presence of the cricket always good?
Although the cricket is a creature that has a good reputation and it is positive to have it around, this does not mean that, if they are found en masse and become a pest, it can be a disaster for our gardens and cropsSo not just because they are crickets, you should let them be if they are invading your home or land.