Maneki neko is a famous Japanese talisman that brings good luck. He has other names - money cat, cat of luck, cat of happiness and others. This phrase is translated as “alluring cat” or “attractive kitty.” The talisman received this name for a reason. It represents a cat with one of its paws or both paws raised at once. Such a gesture attracts good luck and allows you to keep it.
Some cats hold a koban in their paw, which is a gold coin that was in circulation during the Edo era. This coin has a face value of one ryu, but this value is too small for a talisman of money and good luck. The cat's money has a value of ten million ryu, so that like will attract like.
Such cats or seals come in different colors and are made from different materials. They need to be installed in a specific place in the house. Only under this condition will they bring good luck and attract money.
№1 Siamese cats
Siamese cats
The homeland of the Siamese is Thailand, which was formerly called Siam (hence the name of the breed). Therefore, sometimes representatives of this cat breed are also called Thai.
This is a very ancient breed. Usually it was maintained only by rich and influential people. It was believed that Siamese cats are the guardians of the souls of kings, who retain their strength and grace. Therefore, people believed that Siamese brought success and prosperity.
Why does Maneki-neko have a raised paw?
The Maneki-neko symbol can be found in different interpretations, and each of them has its own meaning. There are three options in total:
- a cat with its left paw raised is a symbol of calling people, the desire to communicate;
- raised right paw - Maneki-neko calls good luck and cash flow into the house;
- If a cat has both front legs raised, it attracts both people and material wealth.
A cat with its left paw raised symbolizes goodwill, openness and a desire to communicate.
There is a theory according to which the height of the raised paw affects the ability of the Maneki-neko to perform its task - the higher it is located, the better it attracts the necessary energy.
Feng Shui placement of the figurine
Usually the amulet is installed near the front door, and the money cat must always look towards the house, attracting good luck and symbolizing hospitality.
- If you place a cat near the cash register, this will definitely affect the increase in revenue.
- Sometimes you can see the amulet on a red rug in cafes and restaurants. An additional accessory enhances the effect of the talisman. The rug can be replaced with a regular piece of red fabric.
- If a cat waving its paw is standing on a work desk, then the cat’s face turned towards the owner will attract good luck and prosperity.
- Finding the talisman in the northeast promotes the perception of the flow of knowledge and successful management of finances.
- A figurine located in the southeast activates the money zone and increases material wealth.
- To enhance the effect of the talisman, the cat can be placed on a pot of coins. Thus, the energy symbolizing good luck will increase.
- For those who are looking for their soul mate, it is recommended to buy two cats at once with different raised paws.
