The Lion
The lion is the king of all animals and because of his impressive mane, courage, and strength he has been considered by many cultures as a symbol of the sun; the most powerful Yang force. In Feng Shui, a pair of lions placed at the entrance of a building or home symbolizes protection against bad luck entering the building. These lions serve to tell anyone entering the premises that this is an important place which demands respect.
The Gold Fish
In Feng Shui, the Gold Fish is the symbol of wealth and prosperity, because the Chinese word "fish" is pronounced just like the word "abundance". In Asia the eating of fish on New Year’s Day is thought to bring great abundance for the new year. Giving a card with a picture of a fish on it together with a lotus flower symbolizes: "May you have abundant blessings throughout your life". In Feng Shui, the gold fish is a strong symbol to attract wealth and prosperity.
The Frog
Frogs are a symbol of emerging, transforming life qualities and fertility because it changes from an egg to a tadpole to a four-legged form. It is said that a frog can change evil into goodness and beauty. Such powerful attributes have made the frog a symbol of resurrection and inner healing.
The Turtle
In many cultures, the turtle is a symbol of serenity, security, and protection for the back. Because turtles live so long, they became the symbol for long life, and since they seem so indestructible, they also stand for unwavering order.
As one of the four heavenly animals of Feng Shui, the turtle of the north, the place of the most powerful Yang forces, represents night, winter, calm, and regeneration. It stands for security, safety, and protection for the back of a house or building.
The Dragon
As one of the four heavenly animals, in Feng Shui, the Dragon stands for the east, the place of sunrise, spring, creation, and new beginnings. It is the symbol of energy, strength, and prosperity.
The Elephant
The elephant is the royal riding animal in Asia. The elephant is considered a highly moral animal. He walks quietly with heavy feet, embodies earthly reality- Mother Earth, who patiently carries our burden and life's power-paired with great and undefeatable vitality, strength, and wisdom.
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