Freedom Bird: A Tale of Hope and Courage

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Buddha in the Lotus position signifies freedom of the mind from worldly troubles, otherwise known as Nirvana or Enlightenment. It’s one of the most important Buddhist symbols as it represents what Buddhists should strive for. As the largest flying bird, with the largest recorded wingspan of 10.5ft, it’s no surprise that the Andean Condor stands for might, courage, and freedom. It will be interesting to note what other symbols emerge to represent freedom in artwork and literary text in the future. I am no bird; and no net ensnares me: I am a free human being with an independent will.” – Charlotte Bronte Eagle

The rainbow and all of its variants seen on the Pride flag is a symbol of hope and liberation for members of the LGBTQ+ community. It was first used in 1978 for the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day Celebration. Secondly, an eagle flies quite high in the sky and high above pretty much all the other birds. So, it gets the top view of everything that happens below. As such, the fish is considered a creature free to roam the waters, unbothered by the rules and complications of society. At an earlier session I watched a Brazilian man sing a lullaby accompanied by a drummer from Bangladesh. They spoke no common language, and would never come together outside of the storytelling sessions, as the social groups in the centre are defined by nationality and language. Through stories and song, the two men were able to share something aside from the fact that they were both incarcerated for an indefinite period in Oxfordshire. There are a lot of reasons why an eagle represents freedom. First of all, it is one of the top predators in the natural food chain. With no threats to its life from other animals, an eagle does not worry about anything.Its stubborn spirit, although careless at times, prioritizes self-sufficiency and freedom over anything else, choosing to hunt even when given a bowl full of treats.

As such, they represent the eternal freedom of the waves, a force that can never be tamed by man. 10. Doves

Since then, it has been used to signify LGBT pride and freedom around the world. Today, the rainbow has transcended its original religious meanings to represent freedom for all sexes. Recognized across cultures as the “ King of the Skies“, the eagle is a popular symbol of freedom. Known to be one of the strongest birds around, eagles give us the courage to face the challenges that we encounter in our daily lives. The iconic Statue of Liberty represents Libertas, the Roman Goddess of Liberty. It’s one of the most internationally recognized images, representing freedom, democracy and human rights. In ancient texts, they are considered spirits of fertility and often considered guardians and goddesses of the Sea. Heron’s symbolize a fierce independence, self-reliance, and free-will. The heron is seen as a bird that is powerful in making wise choices.