In many folk traditions, the fox (“Reineke”) is an animal that personifies insidious cunning and treachery. Its reddish fur resembles fire, which made it possible to rank it, along with the lynx and the squirrel, among the retinue of the devil: see the expression “wild damn fox.” In ancient Rome, the fox was considered the demon of fire. At the festival of the goddess Ceres, in order to protect crops from fire, a lit torch was tied to the fox’s tail and chased through the fields. As a remedy against witchcraft, a starfish sprinkled with the blood of a fox was nailed to the door.
Foxes were considered (as in Ancient China) to be especially lustful animals, so crushed fox testicles were added to wine as a sure remedy as a love potion, and a fox tail was worn on the hand, which was supposed to have a stimulating sexual effect.
Among the Germans, the fox was a symbolic animal of the god Loki, rich in inventions (this role of the “trickster” was played by the coyote among the North American Indians).
The fox played an important role as a symbol of eroticism and the art of seduction in East Asia; In ancient China, the prevailing idea was that foxes (huli) could live up to a thousand years, and then they would grow a new tail, which had a special ability for sensual seduction. Ghosts rode foxes; female foxes never changed their clothes, but they always remained clean. They are incredibly seductive and can, through unbridled erotic claims, deprive the men they come across of their vitality.
in Chinese traditional mythology n. Huli-jing (literally “fox-spirit”, in modern colloquial language also “temptress”) is a werewolf fox, a good or evil spirit. Related to Japanese kitsune, Korean kumiho and European fairies.
Traditionally, the Chinese believed that all beings could take on human form, acquire magical properties and immortality, provided they found a source of such energy, such as human breath or an elixir from the moon or sun.
Descriptions of were-foxes are often found in medieval Chinese literature. Huli-jing are most often represented as young, beautiful girls. One of the most infamous were-foxes was Da Ji (妲己), the semi-legendary concubine of the last emperor of the Shang Dynasty. According to legend, the beautiful daughter of a general, she was married against her will to the tyrant ruler Zhou Xin (紂辛 Zhòu Xīn). The maid of the goddess Nuwa, a nine-tailed werewolf fox, who was once offended by him, entered Da Ji’s body in revenge, expelling the real soul of the concubine from there. Under the guise of Da Ji, the were-fox and the cruel ruler came up with and carried out many cruel and cunning tricks and tortures for their subordinates, for example, forcing them to hug white-hot iron rods. Because of such an unbearable life, the emperor's subjects rebelled, as a result of which the Shang dynasty ended and the era of the reign of the Zhou emperors began. Later, Emperor Wen's semi-legendary prime minister Jiang Ziya exorcized the fox spirit from Da Ji's body, and the goddess Nuwa punished the nine-tailed fox for excessive cruelty.
It was usually believed that a meeting with a huli jing, as a bad omen, did not bode well for a person. However, in the popular short stories of the 17th century Chinese writer Pu Songling, there are also quite harmless stories about love between a fox girl and a handsome young man.
Transforming into beautiful, young and sexy girls, werewolf foxes skillfully seduce men (the bright beginning of Yang), for the sake of energy (qi), blood or semen to improve their magical capabilities. As a result, a person’s vital energy is weakened and he often dies from exhaustion. The fox thus reaches the highest stage of development and becomes an immortal fox (狐仙). Hence the modern Chinese use of the word “huli jing” to mean “vampire woman,” a “cunning seductress” who seduces married men for money and entertainment.
It was believed that a werefox, even in human form, could be recognized by its non-disappearing tail. (Chinese proverb: Chinese 狐貍精露尾 “the tail gives away a werefox” means that deceit and cunning can always be noticed by certain signs.)
Huli-jing is credited with extraordinary beauty, mental acuity, cunning, cunning, dexterity and elusiveness. In their original form, they look like ordinary foxes. The main indicator of the power of a werewolf's witchcraft is its age. Having lived 50 years, a fox can turn into a woman; after 100 years, she is also able to transform into a man and learn about what is happening a thousand miles away from her. This second type, with a wide range of transformations, is most often found in Chinese beliefs. After 1000 years of life, the laws of Heaven are revealed to the fox and it becomes the Heavenly Fox. Huli-jing live in caves and love the cold. They love chicken. They can change coat color, although the usual color is bright red. They have special charms; when their tail touches the ground, a flame can flare up. With age they acquire the gift of foresight. They often live in a flock. They are found around or in cemeteries themselves. It was believed that the souls of the dead could connect with the body of the Huli Jing and thus communicate with the world of the living. With their intrigues and jokes they cause a lot of trouble to mortals, and sometimes kill people. Sometimes Huli Jing can also help and support a person, which, however, corresponds to their unpredictable and changeable nature.
For the peoples of the Far East, the fox is a representative of evil spirits. For example, in Chinese mythology, a fox with a lifespan of 800 to 1,000 years is considered a bad omen. It is enough for him to hit the ground with his tail for a fire to break out. He is able to foresee the future and can take on any form, preferring old men, young women and scientists. He is cunning, cautious and distrustful, and his main pleasure is to fool and torment people. The souls of the dead sometimes move into the body of a fox, which lives near the graves.
The Sacred Book of the Werewolf by Victor Pelevin tells the love story of an ancient werefox named A Huli and a young werewolf.
In 2008, the Chinese film Dyed Skin (畫皮 pinyin: huà pí), directed by Gordon Chen, was released. The script is based on one of Pu Songling's short stories, where the main character, a werewolf fox, devours men's hearts to maintain her beauty and youth. However, this is more of a melodrama than a horror film.
In Ancient Japan, a fox spirit that can transform into a human is called Koki-Teno (similar to the German concept of "Wehr-Fuchs" - German Fucks, fuchs - fox). Foxes, thanks to their art, can lead a person blinded by feelings into insanity and destroy; in Japanese legends they play the role of a witch (who can take on another form). It was proposed to burn foxes and scatter their ashes in water.
Yet the fox plays not only a negative role.
The white fox is the supreme animal of the rice god Inari, and in the Tori shrine, next to this god there are often wooden or stone figurines of foxes, which hold in their mouths a sacred scroll or the key to heaven. The tip of a fox's tail is often a symbol of the "gem of happiness."
Shooting stars are called "sky foxes."
In “falling” stars and “tailed” comets they saw space or celestial foxes descending to earth.
According to Chinese beliefs, a fifty-year-old fox turns into a woman, a five-hundred-year-old becomes a seductive girl, and a thousand-year-old takes on the body of a heavenly fox who knows all the secrets of nature.
Basically, the negative symbolic meaning of the fox still prevails. Dürer's painting Mary with Many Animals shows a fox tied up, apparently as a reminder of her connection with the devil.
By chance, a fox may still be an attribute of a saint, such as St. Boniface and St. Eugene, although in biblical usage she personifies treachery and anger. The old saying about the fox who preaches to the geese means insidious greed;
in Upper Austria "fox" had the same meaning as "devil" ("devil's fox"), and in Upper Schleswig during an approaching thunderstorm they said, "it is the fox who is boiling something." In Grielshausen's Simply Cissimus, "fox's tail" meant "to flatter hypocritically."
The negative assessment of “Master Reinecke” in medieval bestiaries made this name a stable combination, meaning that a person is like a deceitful and treacherous animal. “If a fox is hungry and cannot find anything to eat, it will rummage through the reddish soil so that it looks as if it is stained with blood, and then fall to the ground and hold its breath. The birds see her lying lifeless with her tongue hanging out and assume she is dead. The birds land on it, and the fox grabs them and eats them. The devil does the same: he appears alive as dead until he grabs them in his mouth and swallows them” (Unterkircher).
“A fox on a coat of arms or on a coat of arms usually has the meaning of a treacherous mind, and they are usually worn by those who follow their coat of arms in their actions.”
Among the Indians of North America, the Greenlandic Eskimos, the Koryaks, the peoples of Siberia, and in China, there is a well-known story about a poor man, to whom L. comes to his house every morning, sheds his skin and becomes a woman; when a man accidentally discovers this, he hides the skin and the woman becomes his wife; but the wife finds her skin, turns around L. and runs away from the house.
In folk tradition, a special day was celebrated associated with L. or with the beginning of hunting for it, for example. Martyn-Lisogon Day (April 14)
The fox serves as an alchemical symbol for the temporarily solidified red sulfur, symbolizing the earthy nature, in contrast to the airy nature of the rooster.
The Teumes fox is an animal that cannot be overtaken in ancient Greek mythology.
A monstrous fox that attacked the inhabitants of Boeotia. She grew up to destroy the Thebans through the wrath of Dionysus. It was predetermined by fate that no one could overtake her. Every month the Thebans gave one of the young men to the fox to be eaten. At the request of Amphitryon, Cephalus released a dog against the fox, from which no one could escape. Zeus turned them both to stone
More famous foxes
Renard (Reinecke fox)
- a character from European folklore.
Lisa Patrikeevna
is a character in Russian folklore. Far Eastern werewolves: Kitsune (Japan) Kumiho (Korea) Huli-ching (China)
Fox and Cat from the fairy tale “Pinocchio” Fox Alice (“Pinocchio”) Brother Fox (“Tales of Uncle Remus”)
Aesop's Fables: The Fox and the Cheese The Fox and the Grapes The Fox is the faithful friend of the Little Prince in the fairy tale of the same name by Antoine de Saint-Exupery Fox Nikita from the fairy tale “Nikita the Fox” by Ivan Franko Ludwig the Fourteenth is a little fox from Jan Ekholm’s book “Tutta Karlsson the First and Only, Ludwig the Fourteenth” and etc." Fantastic Mr. Fox from the book of the same name by Roald Dahl Sylvia - a woman who turned into a fox (David Garnett's novel "The Fox Woman") Silva - a fox who turned into a woman (Vercors' novel "Silva") A Huli ("The Sacred Book of the Werewolf", Pelevin) Chiefa is a fictional fox mentioned in Max Fry's books. Red Foxy is a fictional creature close to foxes (from the stories of Vitaly Trofimov-Trofimov “The Green Sun” and “The Logic of Subversion”) Domino is a black-brown fox from the story of the same name by E. Seton-Thompson.
Abu Al-Hossein - the fox from the Arabian tales of 1001 nights
Quickie and Goldmane, characters from the opera “The Adventures of the Trickster Fox,” Leos Janacek Basil Brush is a glove doll, host of a British TV show.
Rita, cartoons "Jack of the Jungle", "Tricky Jack" - city fox, partner of the main character. Todd, The Fox and the Hound, D. P. Mannix (Disney animated film adaptation). Robin Hood - in the Disney cartoon "Robin Hood" The Nine-Tailed Demon Fox belongs to Naruto Uzumaki (manga "Naruto") Kuugen Tenko (Japanese 天狐空幻, Tenko Kūgen) from the work "Inari in Our House" (Japanese 我が家のお稲荷さま。, Wagaya no Oinari-sama). The author of the novels is Jin Shibamura, the illustrator is Eizo Hooden. Manga adaptation - Suiren Shofuu. Anime - released by Prower - from the Sonic the Hedgehog series Fox Fiona - comic book character "Sonic the Hedgehog" Fox Nikita (animated series) based on the fairy tale of the same name by Ivan Franko Vuk and other characters from the cartoon "Vuk" (based on the stories of I. Fekete) Ozy and Millie Slylock Fox Fox McCloud, Crystal from the Star Fox video game series Five-tailed fox Yubi (in Latin transcription Yobi) from the Korean cartoon “Fox Girl” Pokemon Vulpix and Ninetales
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A huge part of tattoo culture is occupied by images of animals, which are popular in the modern world. Many girls choose a fox tattoo to decorate their body. It looks especially great on a gorgeous female body.
At all times, peoples had different attitudes towards the red-haired cheat. In China it is a symbol of good luck. The Japanese worshiped the white fox, who was considered the messenger of the gods and personified prosperity and wealth. The ancient Romans, on the contrary, were wary of the fox, since for them it was a symbol of hell. In Scandinavian legends, the fox was a symbol of the god Loki, who was known as the main deceiver in the divine pantheon.
Fox tattoo designs provide a huge selection and variety. They allow you to choose an image that can take you away from the stereotype of a notorious cheat.
Fox tattoo for girls
Girls planning to get a tattoo should take a closer look at the image of a fox. She is a central character in many cultures and often appears in folklore due to her qualities.
There is no special division into areas of application, depending on gender. Girls can get a fox tattoo on their forearm, wrist, inner arm, ankle, and so on.
An excellent option for girls would be a fairy design, as well as small drawings depicting a fox. Compositions in which there are combinations with other animals are also acceptable.
An abstract graphic image of a fox in tattoos for girls is very relevant. They are a drawing consisting of individual details of a composition, which as a whole creates a visual image of a fox.
Tattoos with bright flowers look great. Mostly orange and other shades of the animal's color. A stylish option would be an elegant elongated image of a fox, distinguished by grace and subtlety.
Fox tattoo meaning
The meaning of a fox tattoo is interpreted in different ways. The fox is an ambiguous animal, combining good and evil. In most cases, she is personified with feminine nature. This symbol is distinguished by its mystery and variety of associations in terms of characteristics. In China, this tattoo symbolizes longevity, good luck and is considered a good sign, and is also a talisman.
In Japan, the ability of a fox tattoo to have a beneficial effect on entrepreneurial activity and business has become a modern meaning, as it symbolizes prosperity and abundance. This speaks of a desire to improve and develop, as well as cultivate inner strength and observation.
In many cultures, the image of a fox carries signs of licentiousness and frivolity. In this context, a fox tattoo is acceptable for girls who want to emphasize their playfulness.
In ancient times, the fox was attributed to two elements at once: fire and earth. The meaning of a tattoo carries those qualities that are not acceptable to everyone, but which the majority strive to possess: independence, a sharp mind, ambition and ingenuity.
In Korea, a fox tattoo is a symbol of procreation and female attractiveness. The ancient Celts considered this animal a guide to the other world and endowed it with wisdom, honor and knowledge. The inhabitants of Peru attributed courage, intelligence and strength to the fox, personifying it with a warrior. There was also an opinion that the animal was capable of controlling the minds of other people.
Fox tattoo on arm
The most common fox tattoos are on the arm. This image is of a specific nature and is not suitable for everyone.
A fox tattoo on the arm will be an excellent option for a person who has unconventional thinking, is unusual and independent, endowed with extraordinary thinking. This is due to the fact that foxes carry in their meaning unbridledness, hard work, deceit, perseverance, intelligence, prudence and selfishness.
Most often, the tattoo is located on the forearm and shoulder blade, but options for their location on the inside of the arm and on the wrist are acceptable. The size of the image depends on the location of application. For the wrist and arm below the elbow, it is recommended to choose small designs with a graceful fox outline. Larger images, as well as entire compositions, are possible for shoulders and shoulder blades. But you should remember that the choice of location and the drawing itself depend solely on your preferences and imagination.
A current option would be a fox tattoo on the arm in a realistic style, thanks to its bright color and rich fur. Not inferior in popularity are cartoon images, which look very funny and interesting.
Fox tattoo on leg
No less popular is the option of applying a fox tattoo on the legs. The most original of existing decorations is considered to be a sneaking fox, depicted along the lateral line of the foot. Thanks to the realistic pattern and clearly defined curves, it follows the line of the foot. Thus, this tattoo gives the image originality and sophistication.
A very bold decision is to apply a composition that includes the image of a fox on the shin. Thanks to its bright colors and eccentricity, it will always attract attention. An excellent option is the thin, graceful, elongated figure of a fox, which can emphasize the slender legs of its owner.
The fox in a cartoon style, depicted in the hip area, looks very cute. The fox also looks great in combination with floral arrangements.
The image of a fox allows you to choose any desired location and manner of execution. This is due to the fact that a fox tattoo conveys independence, and therefore the opportunity to break standards and break stereotypes.
Many people associate the fox with cunning and caution, but there are peoples who revere it. There are different versions of tattoos depicting this cheat, and if you want to decorate your body with just such a design, you need to understand its meaning, since, as you know, tattoos can affect a person’s life and destiny.
What does a fox tattoo mean?
Many peoples treat this predatory animal differently, for example, in China it is considered a symbol of long life and good luck, so they use images as. For the Japanese, the drawing of a white fox is the personification of prosperity and a good life. If in Japan a person chooses this drawing for himself, it means that he wants to realize his potential and improve his qualities. A fox with nine tails tattoo on the arm or other parts of the body is a symbol of prosperity. It is believed that such jewelry will bring wealth to its owner. This drawing is also recommended for businessmen.
Among the Scandinavians, the fox was considered a sacred animal of the insidious god Loki, so people endowed it with special energy. Fox tattoos on the thigh and other parts of the body were applied by soothsayers, magicians and healers. The Celts used this design as a talisman against various problems and dangers. It is also a reflection of wisdom and honor. Many peoples believed that a tattoo of a small or large fox allows a person to enter the afterlife. In Ancient Rome, the fox was associated with the demon of fire, who was sent from hell. Such tattoos were chosen only by people involved in black magic. The ancient Egyptians also had a negative attitude towards the fox, considering it a symbol of debauchery, hypocrisy and vice. There was another version of the tattoo in Egypt - the god Tolok in the form of a fennec fox. He was considered a mediator between heaven and earth.
The indigenous people of America had different attitudes towards this predatory animal; some believed that it carried goodness, while others saw only evil and destruction in the fox. That is why for every American resident a tattoo can have a different interpretation. To convey the negative meaning of the tattoo, the fox is often depicted with a cigarette or pipe, but to represent the positive side and cunning, glasses are added. The Indians considered this predatory animal to be the protector of all people, as well as an assistant in the treatment of various diseases. Fox grin tattoos were applied to the wrist by doctors, hunters, warriors and shamans. Northern peoples considered such a drawing a symbol of awakening nature and new life. Also in this place they stuffed a bracelet consisting of two foxes, this indicated developed intuition, which helped to reveal deception.
A fox tattoo on the forearm or anywhere else also symbolizes independence, wit and ambition. For Koreans, this animal signifies female sexuality and procreation. For the Peruvians, a fox tattoo represented a warrior. Such a drawing endowed its owner with intelligence and strength. Many people are interested in what a fox tattoo means for women, but for the fair sex, such a design is a symbol of brightness, selfishness and prudence. A girl with such a tattoo knows her worth, and she is ready to use cunning just to achieve her goal.
Fox tattoos on the leg and other parts of the body can also be seen on men who are independent, resourceful, smart and ambitious. They are not afraid of anything and can easily find a way out of a difficult situation. The drawing of this cunning animal allows the stronger sex to enhance all these qualities. Since the fox was considered a fiery animal, blacksmiths painted its image on their bodies to protect themselves from burns.
Surely everyone remembers fairy tales about cunning foxes heard in childhood. This red-haired cheat has become one of the favorite characters in instructive parables, fables, legends and myths; her image has penetrated into all existing forms of art, and tattooing is no exception. This forest predator can often be seen on the shoulder of a bright guy or a confident girl; we will reveal the meaning of a fox tattoo today.
Where does this hobby come from?
The ideas of animalism, to one degree or another, appeared with the emergence of the first beliefs, prototypes of religions. So, for example, in Ancient Egypt the gods were represented as anthropomorphic creatures with the heads of a reptile, cat, bird, or jackal. In addition, each of them was a unique personification of the borrowed image of the animal.
Such tendencies are also found among the Slavs. Moreover, the Viking warriors, kneeling before the Father, Odin, went into battle in bearskins, representing a fearsome bunch. All this was created with the sole purpose of making a person stronger, both psychologically and metaphysically. At the dawn of civilizations, man was weak; a man alone could hardly fight off a wild dog, not to mention a lion or leopard. He wanted to become stronger, more cunning, to be more dexterous, and therefore he “took” the character traits of this or that animal, trying on its image.
Habitats
Animals can live on different continents. They are found in Europe, Asia, Africa, South and North America, and Australia.
Foxes settle on the slopes of ravines and hills; they choose sandy soil. Burrows must be protected from flooding with melt water and rain. Animals most often occupy someone’s burrows and less often dig them themselves. The main condition is that the home must have several exits. Some individuals do not disdain tree hollows and caves, settling directly in them.
Habitat of the common fox
Decline and growth throughout world history
At the beginning of the Dark Ages, the decline of this kind of movements begins. The person becomes more enlightened. In the fight against wild nature he is helped by an “iron fang” and steel armor; forests are cut down and cultivated for fields. Wild animals no longer seem so ferocious and scary. Moreover, man begins to protect nature from his own encroachment. At this stage, those beliefs that imply the desire for knowledge, perfection of the intellect and spirit become dominant.
On the other hand, there is a return to its roots in our time. At a time when the grip of technological progress puts more pressure on a person, he decides to return to his roots, and therefore those who want to unite their “I” with the animal appear again. Thus, for example, a girl with a fox totem can become more cunning, and a guy, having borrowed the dexterity of a jaguar, will acquire wild grace. In some cases, this can even be called shamanism. However, the meaning of the fox totem does not carry excessive negative energy, and the desire itself, by and large, is advantageous from a psychological point of view, and therefore is most often encouraged.
How to hunt
Foxes are excellent hunters. They are observant and smart, have keen hearing and sense of smell, and have good visual memory. The animals run, swim and climb quickly.
When hunting birds, the animal shows great cunning. It walks nearby and pretends that it is not interested in the potential victim. Birds lose their vigilance and become easy prey.
In winter, foxes hunt voles. They listen with their large ears to the sounds under the snow cover, to all the rustles and squeaks, and then quickly dive under the snow or tear it with their paws. This method of hunting is called mouseing.
Winter hunting for voles
Foxes do not leave uneaten food, but try to hide it. Subsequently, they find these hiding places and happily feast on or treat their offspring.
Totemism among Native Americans
The first to use the term “totem” was traveler J. Long in 1791, borrowing it from the vocabulary of the Ojibwa tribe. Thus, the Indians called a kind of coat of arms of the clan, its face and protector. Members of the tribe believed that the animal they worshiped could protect them from harm and endow them with its abilities. It was believed that a warrior who chose the path of a hawk or jaguar becomes faster. The leaders preferred more intelligent representatives of the natural world, for example, the raven or the eagle owl. At the same time, the totem of, for example, a fox could be both tribal and personal. As a sign of belonging to a particular caste, the devotee carried with him a part of an animal, fur or a feather. To obtain skin or claws in battle was considered a courageous act, and therefore worthy of respect. However, the Indians lived in harmony with the wild and never took more than they needed to thrive or survive.
Foxes are the scourge of God.It is logical that life would be too good in the world if there were not some limiting factors. It is all the more strange that sometimes someone expresses a desire to “be a fox” or “to be a fox,” not quite understanding that this can hardly pass for a compliment. This is not an insult or praise. Foxiness is a given with which a creature enters this world. Foxiness is a set of qualities that manifest themselves to varying degrees, but are still present. We (foxes!) know why foxes are great. Let's remember why we (foxes!) are obnoxious.
He who is free always says whatever he thinks. But not everyone.
1. Lie . Most creatures have something to do with this side of reality. At least some. Whether or not they accept this presentation of facts. They consider it moral or reprehensible. For foxes, lies do not exist. They always tell only the truth. But how do they do it! To begin with, the fox will certainly try to answer your question with a question. And if you just wanted information, then the fox’s question will immediately drive you into a dead end. ( - Where have you been? - Should I tell you about past lives or show you the page with visas in your passport? - Where have you been now?! - In the elevator, what? - And before that? - In the entrance. So what happened? - Why is there lipstick on your cheek? - Where? - Here! - What makes you think it’s lipstick? And so on - ad infinitum) Note - the animal didn’t lie even once! The answers were from the series “understand as you want.” And there won’t necessarily be counter questions! The fox's answers are even less intelligible. (Well, talk about how I’m in bed! - Amazing! So think, either the fox is amazed by the technology, or by the very fact that “this” is also trying to make love, or by the fact that he discovered someone stranger with morning in bed, drunk from the evening...to the point of complete amazement). So, foxes never lie. But they manipulate the facts skillfully. Most foxes have the gift of remembering the longest phrases and sentences from the very beginning, and when the narrator crawls to the point with difficulty, the fox will politely raise his paw and say: “Excuse me, you just stated ...” The quote will finish off the poor fellow. The only way to resist a fox or fox is to say “NO” and hastily leave the battlefield amid the fox’s hooting. Maybe this will infuriate your interlocutor, but they will not prove to you that you are a camel, and you urgently need to buy a ticket to the Sahara.
Spain. Lock. The lord lives in the castle. A knight returns from distant lands. Heavily beaten, the armor is dented, the horse is lame. The senor asks: “What happened to you?” The knight answers: “Oh, sir, I did a great job for you, I beat your enemies in the north!” Senor (surprised): - But I have no enemies in the north!! Knight: (tired) -Eh-uh, what a problem - it didn’t happen, so now it will!
2. Aggressiveness . Foxes are the race of Death. Foxes are warriors. Foxes are spies. Foxes are professional seductresses and poisoners. It is logical that they are not only not afraid to kill, but, in the words of one lovely fox, “they can hardly restrain themselves.” And it’s true – with difficulty. Ask any fox or fox to come up with a synonym for the expression punch in the face. You will hear “let go of a slap”, and “slap in the face”, and “get between the eyes”, and “ring a tambourine”, and “rattling on the nose”, and “conjure sparks from the eyes” and much, much more. Check it out: ask a fox (fox) what hurts when you hit your teeth. Answer: finger bones. Any fox knows the vulnerable points of a human carcass. If there is no way to connect physically, rest assured: it will connect magically. If not magically, then hurry up to see a verbal skirmish. The fox will leave his opponent covered in a thick, thick layer of not chocolate. At the same time, aggression does not always spill out. But the internal state of a fox or fox is the potential energy of a spring ready to straighten. The most peaceful red-haired creature is sometimes surprised by the bloodthirstiness of her dreams. And if foxes are still able to think before striking, then foxes and foxes often turn 180 degrees and throw their entire weight into the strike. At least this was the stupidest way out of the situation.
What a timely decision you made to duck! (O. Arefieva)
3. Nervousness . Extroverted - typical of foxes and sometimes vixens. Introverted - for foxes. The latter tend to experience everything inside, and their anger is all the more dangerous if it nevertheless finds a way out. But the first two genders are patent hysterics and hysterics. 3.14z suffering in a wide range - at your service. Opened veins, threats to throw yourself from a higher point (walking in a nightgown along the ledge of the fourth floor, for example) - other suicidal motives - in full. Long tearful poems on the theme “no one loves me, no one respects me, I’ll go to the swamp and eat worms.” Wishes of “bon appetit” may at this moment be perceived inadequately and cause an attack of aggression, as mentioned above. Foxes tend to become attached to their partners and become “love addicts.” Moreover, the situation is aggravated by the fact that the fox itself also turns out to be a drug. Such couples draw all the juice out of each other, especially if the fox partner had the misfortune of not having anything to do with the fox fraternity. Foxes are prone to extremes, and either they confess their love and loyalty to you until the grave, or they swear to take terrible revenge and slaughter the entire family down to the seventh generation. If you take all the fox's tricks seriously, you can easily be left without your own roof. The same result, alas, threatens if you take them lightly.
Don't boss me around. So loud... (O. Arefieva)
4. Freedom . You can catch a fox, a fox, or a fox. Especially at a young age. The more difficult thing is to hold on. The simplest technique that an animal uses is the ability to make existence next to him (her) unbearable. Another trick is to make your presence virtual. It seems like I exist (here, I’m sitting online, sending SMS, what else do you need?!), but it seems like I’m not there, and there’s no trace! The fox's tail (nose) requires free space. Freedom of movement. Freedom to manage your own time. Freedom to spend your own (and everyone you can get your hands on!) funds. And at the same time, the animal does not think that it owes you anything. Black ingratitude? Redhead, I would say. Mixed in with this is the indomitable Spirit of Contradiction. Fox, fox, fox - they will always insist on their own and try to do it “my way.” Connected with this is the habit of, as another fox put it, “getting stuck.” That is, to freeze, disappear, sink to the bottom for N time. Almost everyone is guilty of this. Here was the hole. There was an animal in the hole. You habitually look for the familiar snorting there... and there is silence. No one. Flew to Taimyr. Hitchhiked to Astrakhan. Walk to Serpukhov. On dogs to Finland. By helicopter to Kamchatka. She left, didn’t leave her address, but left her mobile phone. It should be noted that it was left in the hole so as not to disturb it. Or maybe she just bought a case of wine, barricaded the front door with dumbbells and picked up the phone from the intercom. Look, citizens who are interested, the winds in the field, the fox in the world. I’m not here, write letters, send money. Each of us was searched for at least once in our lives by the whole bunch of morgues and acquaintances. And, which is typical!, they didn’t find it. And God forbid you (not one of the existing ones!) find a fox at this moment. You will regret looking for it - without a doubt.
We still have many... many terrible, tragic and unimaginable shortcomings.
Search.
If you find one, don’t forget to notify me ;)
© soyt, January 2004
What is known about foxes?
They are considered distant relatives of dogs, are able to change fur color depending on the season, and are predators. The fox totem is similar to its natural personification. It gives the owner or fellow the talent for secretive hunting, cunning, and adaptability. The characteristics of the fox totem are the most extraordinary. It will not be possible to fit it into a clear framework. The male fox is faithful and respectful of his offspring, but the female, on the contrary, easily changes her location.
Is it worth transferring such traits onto a person? Is it possible to say that the characteristic of the fox totem for a woman will be closest to the word “flighty” or is it more appropriate to call her “independent”? This is the key problem of totemism. You cannot take only part of the natural manifestation of an animal, make a matrix out of it and transfer it to your own paradigm of behavior. However, this does not at all reduce the number of fans of such a cult.
Reproduction
The mating season for the animal begins in late January - mid-February. By the onset of March, one female is already courted by several males, who often fight.
During the rutting period, foxes are very excited and create a lot of noise, especially those who have not acquired a mate. Representatives of different sexes have different voices. Males bark like dogs, and females bark three times and end with a short howl. Left alone, predators perform funny “dances”: they stand on their hind legs and move in small steps. It is from this dance that the foxtrot gets its name.
Fox and cubs
Males take an active part in raising offspring. They also take care of pregnant females even before the babies are born: they arrange sleeping areas and obtain food.
Pregnancy in foxes lasts 51–53 days. A litter can range from 4 to 12 cubs, but in most cases about 5–6 foxes are born. They are weak, defenseless, deaf and blind, most often weigh no more than 150 g. Little foxes grow very quickly, within a month after birth, all their senses begin to work, and their body weight reaches 1 kg. During this period, the fox cubs come out of the hole and begin to play and indulge a lot. In order for the kids to quickly acquire hunting skills, the male and female bring them half-dead prey.
If a person accidentally finds a fox's shelter, then with the onset of darkness the fox cubs will be moved to a spare hole. When the offspring are in danger, adults try to get their children out through additional passages until the last moment.
Fox cubs in the hole
In mythology and beyond
Kitsune is a werewolf girl who, with her cunning, lures the unlucky traveler into her arms. There he will find either a warm welcome or death. The fox totem is based on a mythological component. The image is rooted in Japanese mythology, there are many such examples.
Almost always, the fox is the personification of cunning and deceit. For example, on the holiday of the goddess Ceres, the Greeks, and later the Romans, chased a fox with its tail on fire, which symbolized their victory over the pest. In the entire history of human existence, foxes could not be domesticated, and their craving for easy money and theft did not work in favor of the animal. The Germanic Werfuchs, the werewolf, is not as well known as its wolf cousin, which indicates the stealth and agility of this animal. The fox totem fully corresponds to this description.
Different methods and types
Fox tattoos are not gender specific; moreover, there is no distinction in the choice of places for tattooing. Body parts that are considered universal include the shoulder, inner arm, ankle, and wrist. Girls most often prefer to have some kind of fairy-like or natural-looking fox drawn on them, but small in size. Guys mostly opt for a large composition, almost always together with other living beings.
Men's tribal design gives good results.
Helper or Pest?
For a person, the fox totem can be both a faithful assistant and harm. But this does not depend on the spirit itself. The fox steals chickens and is therefore considered a pest. But he is simply following his nature. Therefore, being offended by a person who chose such a totem for himself is a fool’s errand. He can be resourceful, perspicacious and even deceitful. But this is already inherent in his nature, or at least he himself wanted to receive such characteristics. For women, the fox totem means loyalty to the idea of freedom, insight, a sharp mind and a willingness to change, adapt to external circumstances in order to achieve a goal. They are like water, gracefully filling any space.
Appearance
The appearance of a mammal depends on its habitat. There are more than 40 subspecies in the world, differing not only in lifestyle, but also in appearance. Individuals living in the northern regions are larger and have light fur. Residents of the south are small and have dark fur. The most common color is a bright red back, white belly and dark (almost black) paws. Often there are cross-shaped brown stripes on the shoulder blades and spine. Dark ears and a very light end of the tail are a common feature of almost all individuals.
Typical color of a common fox in winter
Foxes are graceful, medium-sized animals with thin, low legs, a sharp muzzle, large erect ears and a very long shaggy tail. The animal sheds from February to mid-summer. New fluffy fur grows completely by November-December.
For men
The fox totem for men is the desire to go through life's problems with its tail held high. They are independent, loving, but at the same time extremely true to their word and are unlikely to ever betray. Real careerists, owners of the male fox totem, will never take their height unceremoniously. Preferring dexterity, cunning, damn good charm and a willingness to change, they will succeed in everything because they easily change hobbies. Their “den” and family are the only thing that should be protected with their breasts, and not run away in search of another solution. It is for the sake of these values that the fox man changes before our eyes and is capable of becoming the most ferocious opponent.
How long does he live?
Foxes live almost as long as wolves and wild dogs. However, due to harsh weather conditions, many individuals rarely survive to adulthood. The lifespan of an animal depends on the following factors:
- availability and quantity of feed;
- period of epidemics;
- the presence of enemies in a separate area of the terrain.
Lifespan of a fox
In the wild, wild foxes rarely live up to 6 years. Average life expectancy is 2–5 years. The animal spends all its time and energy searching for food and surviving in a difficult climate. In a zoo or at home, it can live up to 20 years.
For women
In shamanism, the meaning of the fox totem is often one - deceit. Fate promises troubles for those who cross the path of such a woman. She is the embodiment of playfulness, dexterity, lust, but at the same time, fierce as a firestorm, unpredictable as a hurricane, easily adaptable, like a stream that always finds a way out. It is impossible to explain their strong charisma with anything other than the intervention of higher powers. Such girls will not leave anyone indifferent. Love or hate, there is no third option. However, a caring mother for her babies can hide under a fiery red animal fur coat. She can get along with a male for a while, but almost always remains faithful to freedom, her ideals and will easily break off all ties if necessary.
Goddess Marena - patroness of the palace
Madder is the divine amulet of Foxes. A controversial deity whose meaning has changed greatly over the centuries. It was distorted so much that it took on a completely negative connotation. The incorrect meaning of the goddess of the palace arose due to people's fear of death and the unknown.
Madder is the personification of Winter, its divine embodiment. In times of absence of the benefits of civilization, for most people, winter was sometimes a time of testing and survival. That’s why they were afraid of Marena’s arrival - no one wanted to die prematurely.
At the same time, the ancient Slavs did not experience such an all-consuming fear of the Lady of Death as they now think. In the minds of our ancestors, the fear of death coexisted with the idea that sooner or later everything would come to an end. They treated death as inevitable and accepted it, so Marena was not a cruel deity.
The Sorceress of Ice came when someone was dying to guide his soul on its final journey. She judged her earthly deeds and decided whether the soul was worthy of rebirth.
Mara also had another meaning - magical. The magicians of ancient times considered Marena their mentor and patroness. The goddess shared her knowledge with them, and also protected the pupils from attacks by navy entities during rituals.
Having learned about such a terrifying patron, some are completely upset. Should you be afraid of Madder? The Goddess of Winter takes away the old and weak, outdated, thereby clearing the way for the Mistress of Spring. Spring promises renewal and new life, which means there is nothing bad about it!
General Character Traits
Holders of the fox totem have one thing in common - the desire to realize their ambitions. They can be as loyal as dogs, but if for the latter everything ends with loyalty to duty, then the red-haired beasts easily abandon obligations for the sake of another, higher, in their opinion, goal. It is for ambition, pretense, deceit and perspicacity that foxes are most often punished. It is noteworthy that such a symbol easily found its embodiment in the beliefs of the Vikings. The same Loki who led to a number of conflicts among the gods of Valhalla can easily be called the owner of the Fox totem.
This animal symbol is not one of the strongest, but it is still quite popular. This is also explained by the fact that in the minds of people, foxes often combine intelligence with cunning; this is reflected in folklore and fairy tales.
Who should draw a redhead?
The specificity of the fox image is that it is rather a feminine “trick”. It is designed to emphasize such qualities as:
Among these photos, it’s easy to select exactly the image of a fox that fully matches your idea.
A fox is painted on a man’s body if they want to simultaneously demonstrate willpower, honesty, internal self-sufficiency and resourcefulness in difficult situations. This tattoo is not only beautiful, but also goes well with almost any tattoo, both done before and the one you will do later. Just the thing for true lovers of body painting.
An important nuance: not even the most experienced artist can draw a believable living fox on a small area of skin, which means a big limitation in the choice of places. The choice of sketches for a picture is simply huge: if you don’t like realism, then you can always prefer black and white style, old school, watercolor style, Japanese spirit and the like. Before sitting on the couch, consult with an experienced specialist!
Representation of the Slavs and folk tales
What is the fox like in folk tales? A cunning woman who always turns out to be the winner in an argument, regardless of who it started with. It is not so easy to defeat, or rather, outwit a fox, but if this is possible, then the person becomes a real lucky person, he is considered very smart. Very rarely, the fox totem of the Slavs has a positive characteristic. He is not inherently dark or evil, but is considered dishonest. Having chosen such a patron, a person becomes like a thief and can be considered a swindler, dishonest.
In paganism, the fox is the constant companion of Mokosh, the goddess of fertility and harvest. She is affectionately called a gossip for her ability to pretend and adapt. Sometimes such an animal could condescend to help a lost traveler, in which case it would be correct to call her “sister.” This animal was revered for its ingenuity, cunning, and ability to easily find a way out of any situation. No wonder the proverb says: “Whoever enters the rank of fox will rule over the wolf.” In fact, this totem means the predominance of intelligence over brute force and cruelty, and therefore is not clearly negative.
Fox's Hall Charm
We have talked a lot about the palace itself, now let’s talk about the sacred symbol of the house.
The amulet of the Fox's palace looks like this:
The amulet resembles a large letter “T” with several additional dashes. Take a closer look, the amulet symbol looks like a fox tail! To enlist the support of the Gods, people of the ninth house are advised to acquire a talisman with a “tail”.
The Fox's Hall is a talisman that can transform and hide. The amulet can become a pendant or embroidery. When you change the form, the main meaning does not change, don't worry.
The pendant catches the eye and immediately attracts attention. No one will look closely at the embroidery and, most likely, will not even understand that there are protective symbols there. An inconspicuous amulet is stronger than a “flashy” one.
The meaning of the amulet for Marena’s wards:
- You have an invisible shield from energy vampires and other ill-wishers. When energy thieves come to feast on the boiling energy of the Fox, they receive nothing.
- Another meaning is curbing selfishness. Foxes cannot be called real arrogant people, but it happens that they imagine themselves as experts in something and impose this authoritarian opinion on others.
- The magical meaning of the amulet comes down to the search for a natural gift. All Foxes have some kind of talent. Constantly trying new things, they sometimes don't notice what they do best. The amulet will help you find the right direction.
- It also has creative meaning. To some extent it echoes the magical. The amulet helps you find your own: style, presentation, zest - and develop it.
And now some tips for those who are going to buy a fox amulet or order it from a master:
- A tree is not a good amulet for the ninth palace; it will dispel the vital energy of foxes.
- Suitable materials for the amulet are gold, silver. The silver amulet acquires additional protective properties. Gold has a broader meaning: prosperity, health, healing the aura, attracting wealth.
- A tattoo with a protective symbol is not suitable for Foxes. In the case of this sign, it is important that the material adds new meanings to the amulet. First of all, additional protection. Metals have these properties.
Remember that you can make the Fox talisman yourself. Choose a suitable day for this, when there is no headache and no distractions.
The energy that will be put into the amulet during its manufacture will remain with it forever. So try to create the most positive energy message for the amulet! If you don't pay attention to this, you can attract trouble into your life.
Bottom line
The fox totem is rare, but when it is chosen, it clearly indicates that the owner is familiar with the basic characteristics of this animal. It is able to make the life of its owner easier, but at the same time remains to serve its true goals.
It is impossible to say unequivocally whether such a cult has a significant impact on a person’s life. But still, it helps to overcome psychological difficulties and begin to build a new personality. If a person lacks secrecy, cunning, insight, and is characterized by frequent outbursts of anger, then perhaps it is worth thinking about such a patron. It is enough to convince yourself of its strength, carefully follow the chosen path, and in the end it can return a hundredfold. However, a fox tattoo may simply be an original decoration, since it is not chosen very often.
Image of a fox in tattoo art
As for choosing the style of a future tattoo, the ideal option for depicting animals is realism; a fox tattoo will look like a painting; it could even be a whole forest landscape on the entire back or a sleeve with a fox and other forest inhabitants. Such work is often carried out from a photo and is hardly distinguishable from the original.
Realism is considered one of the most difficult styles to execute, so you should not turn to the first master you come across just because he will offer a reasonable price. Still, the tattoo will remain with you for the rest of your life, so you shouldn’t save money if you want a beautiful fox to make you happy every day, and not make you regret and think about how and how to cover up a bad drawing.
The subject can be anything, for example, a fox’s face in a vintage frame with roses, anthropomorphic animals in suits, hats and glasses are often found.
One of the most popular motifs is the Japanese kitsune; it can be either a bright colored fox or a strict monochrome one. Less popular are Native American motifs, such as a fox and dream catcher or an animal wearing a traditional eagle feather headdress.
Another interesting style in which a fox tattoo will look original is. It is notable for its clear, straight lines; the fox is made from geometric shapes. Such works can also be either color or black and white. Often there are small fox tattoos on the wrist, ankle or neck, consisting of just a few figures.
As in previous years, paired tattoos are still popular today, which can be exactly the same or differ in some details or together reflect a certain plot, for example, if tattoos are made on the forearm, when their owners hold hands, the animals touch their noses, which looks like very cute and romantic.
The location on the body should be chosen based on the size and shape of the sketches. A fox tattoo on the side, shoulder, forearm, thigh or lower leg will look harmonious if the design has an oblong shape, a square sketch will fit well on the shoulder blade or chest.
The fox has long been considered a symbol of cunning and wisdom. The meaning of a fox tattoo is a subtle mind, natural cunning and ambition. Also, the meaning of a fox tattoo can be understood as seductive but dangerous beauty. That is why this symbol is very popular among women. What a fox tattoo means can be understood by looking at the expression on the animal’s face. And pictures of fox tattoos show that this animal can be both playful and dangerous.
Cat family
Totem Power and Quality
Animals of the cat family as totems give people the ability to feel nature and merge with it, self-sufficiency, intelligence, flexibility, smoothness, speed of action and thought.
back side
It manifests itself as harshness, individualism, selfishness, arrogance and aggression.
All totems of the cat family are similar to each other. Some have pronounced features in the manifestation of strength and its reverse side.
Cat
Totem Power and Quality
Gives a person help in working with different worlds, including the other world, clairvoyance and clairvoyance. Helps in baptism practices and any rituals.
back side
If you do not accept the power of a cat, then it turns into selfishness and laziness: the desire to lie down, sleep and eat.
Lynx
Totem Power and Quality
Gives you the ability to be invisible and always move quickly towards achieving your goal.
back side
If you do not accept the power of the trot, then a person turns into someone who can secretly commit meanness behind his back.
Tiger
Totem Power and Quality
The tiger totem gives a person wisdom, majesty, determination and courage.
back side
Arrogance, pride, arrogance and swagger.
Leopard
Totem Power and Quality
The leopard totem gives a person speed of reaction, courage, and grace.
back side
Laziness and narcissism are narcissism.
Panther
Totem Power and Quality
The panther totem gives a person grace, plasticity in movement and thinking, intelligence and wisdom.
back side
Narcissism and coldness.
Keeping at home
Recently, people have increasingly begun to keep foxes as pets. The domestication of these animals began in the mid-20th century. Breeders have developed new breeds, but the animal's instincts remain the same. When purchasing a fox for your home, it is important to be very careful and not be lazy in raising it properly, because otherwise it can not only harm the household, but also destroy other pets or destroy the home.
As a rule, when in the house, trained females and males behave quite good-naturedly and obediently. They play with pleasure with their owner and pets, and easily learn various tricks.
The animal must be provided with special conditions. It is important to brush and bathe him regularly. Domestic foxes sleep in enclosures or on spacious bedding. Walking on the street is only possible on a leash.
Nutrition should be as close as possible to the diet in the wild. The basis of the menu should be meat, boiled or steamed, but not raw. The animal will not refuse fruits and vegetables, insects, and raw eggs. Feeding offal is encouraged. To prevent digestive problems, bones and unpeeled raw fish should not be given to the fox.
If desired, you can feed the animals food intended for dogs. However, even in this case, the fox must periodically receive vegetables, meat and other protein foods.
Rules for cleaning and activating the amulet
It is preferable to purchase the protective amulet of the Hall of the Fox from silver or gold. It is worn around the neck, and the chain is chosen from the same metal as the talisman itself.
Before putting on an amulet, it is important to “launch” the magical power, cleanse it and charge it with your energy.
ATTENTION! The ritual is performed in complete solitude, in a relaxed, calm state, with bright thoughts and feelings.
The setup and activation procedure is simple:
- concentrate thoughts on the meaning and power of the amulet, discard everything unnecessary and otherworldly;
- put the talisman in your palm, squeeze it, press it to your chest;
- mentally or in a whisper, accurately formulate desires, goals, dreams (without using the negative particle He), ask for protection and help from higher powers;
- visualize your dreams as real events in life;
- do not doubt and sincerely believe in the power of the amulet;
- at the end, thank your talisman, make a promise to faithfully keep and take care of it.
IMPORTANT! For at least 5-7 days after activation, do not part with the amulet, do not remove it at night (do not lose contact).
Predator birds
Owl
Totem Power and Quality
This totem gives both men and women such qualities as: wisdom, the ability to apply accumulated experience and knowledge in practice, the ability to see the essence in everything and build cause-and-effect relationships, to find and see the hidden.
back side
If the power of this totem is not accepted, then it will manifest itself in the opposite way through stupidity, grumpiness and the desire to control everyone. A person in this hara will behave like an abstruse teacher who constantly drones on and teaches everyone around him what to do and how to do it.
Eagle
Totem Power and Quality
The eagle totem gives a person such qualities as: truthfulness, pure aspirations, majesty and the desire for the divine.
Falcon family, hawk, kite
These birds convey to man a keen sense of justice and honor, the concept of conscience and the desire for truth.
If a person does not accept the power of an eagle, falcon, hawk or kite, then their place is taken by birds such as a vulture, magpie, seagull or pigeon - scavengers that eat everything. Such people see only the negative in everything. They are cowardly and bitchy. These are those who hide behind the backs of others and live by the principle: “My house is on the edge, I don’t know anything.”
Economic importance
The predator is of great economic importance. It is not only a valuable fur-bearing animal, but also a regulator of the number of rodents and insects. Of course, red beauties sometimes cause considerable damage to farms, killing chickens and other domestic animals, but their benefits are much greater. They help protect grain supplies by killing small rodents.
People breed foxes on special farms to obtain valuable fur. For these purposes, in the 19th century, a special species was bred - the silver fox. With the help of selection, other breeds with high quality fur appeared.
Silver fox breeding farm
The fox is a mammal with perfect hearing and other hunting qualities. The cunning animal adapts to different climatic conditions and can feed not only on animal, but also plant foods. Such a predator can be kept in an apartment or house, but it is important to provide suitable conditions so that it remains docile and non-aggressive.
