Feng Shui Koi
What is the meaning of Koi fish?
Among the most beautiful ornamental fish in the world is the koi fish. Beautiful in its color variations and size (Which can be 2 meters long) Koi in the world have become very popular among fans of fresh water. Perhaps you wanted to know more about This beautiful fish. This article will help you understand the meaning of Koi fish and their symbolism.
First, look at the etymology of basic Koi. Koi is a Japanese word. The meaning of Koi fish, when literally translated Japanese into English, is "the tent". It is a house adapted to his name and changes color we see today are descendants of the common carp.
For centuries, the common carp was domesticated species in aquaculture as a source of healthy food and sustainable across Asia. In Japan, during the twentieth century, late nineteenth and early, the common carp was first were selected for variations in the color of natural mutations. This has led to the Koi as we know it today.
Since becoming and ornamental fish, the meaning of Koi fish exceeded the simple practice of etymology and fish farming. As with Most other creatures, beautiful land, but have also been associated with the symbolism and mystery. The symbolism of koi fish began in the original sense Koi Japanese. The word koi in Japanese is a homophone of another word meaning "affection." This association of words, combined with its natural beauty, became Koi quickly associated with love, friendship and loyalty in the Japanese culture. The symbolism of koi in Japan is very deep. It is in the art, literature and music.
Therefore, the meaning of koi fish in the world often took on the fusion of a single fish that is colorful and beautiful closely associated with Japanese culture, and a positive symbol. After all, when you see a koi hard not to think of it as being beautiful, exotic and serene.
The symbolism of koi and their close ties with Japanese culture also made them popular tattoo image. Their bright colors and the symbolic message of love and friendship are a natural subject for a tattoo. Symbolism base, however, is increased the legends and traditions of Japan and China later.
In China, koi are associated with good fortune. This is due a legend of the Dragon Gate Koi swimming in a vertical and a waterfall is magically transformed into a dragon. In Japan, as well as symbols love, the symbolic meaning Koi Fish can also be taken to represent masculinity, strength, courage and individualism.
Even the direction that has a value of Koi swimming symbolic. Feng Shui and other experts believe that if a koi swimming in a downward direction indicates that the tribulation and distress is near. How, if they swim up, indicating that the challenges and obstacles have been removed.
As you can see, the meaning of koi fish has an interesting history. You just have them as ornamental fish or simple if I had a partial knowledge its symbolism and its popularity are certainly majestic creatures. They are worthy of all praise symbolism that has been placed on them. Whether by far, as an admirer of the observation is symbolic, as in a koi tattoo, or directly as a guardian of Koi, Koi is to be a rich source improved for fun.
About the Author
If you want to learn more about the meaning of Koi fish, you can visit my website at http://www.learnkoifish.com for helpful tips on setting up, maintaining and caring for both your Koi Pond and the Koi fish that inhabit it.
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