Briefly
The centre symbol represents balance, harmony, and unity. It is often used to symbolize the point of origin or the core essence of something. In the context of shape symbolism, the centre is the starting point, a place from which everything else emerges or radiates. It is seen as the point where all energies converge, implying a sense of totality or wholeness.
- Symbolism: Balance, harmony, unity, origin, core essence, convergence of energies, totality, wholeness.
Centre in Dreams
When the centre appears in dreams, it could signify the dreamer’s search for balance and harmony in their life. Psychologically, it could suggest the need to focus on the self, indicating a journey inward towards self-discovery and self-understanding. It could also signify the dreamer’s desire to get to the heart of a matter, seeking the core truth or essence of a situation.
- Symbolism: Search for balance, self-focus, journey of self-discovery, seeking core truth.
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Centre in Myths and Folklore
In many myths and folklore, the centre holds a significant role. In Celtic mythology, the centre of the world is regarded as a sacred place, often represented by a sacred tree, the axis mundi, connecting heaven and earth. This was believed to be the point of convergence for all cosmic energies. Similarly, in Chinese folklore, the centre is associated with the earth, symbolized by the Yellow Emperor, marking the point of balance and harmony between heaven and earth.
Another profound example is from Native American mythology, where the centre represents the place of creation or the ‘Earth Mother,’ from which all life originates. Here, the centre symbolizes the origin of life and the interconnectedness of all living things.
- Symbolism: Sacred place, convergence of cosmic energies, balance between heaven and earth, origin of life, interconnectedness of life.
Centre Spiritual Meanings
In spiritual contexts, the centre represents the innermost self or the soul. It is often associated with the concept of ‘inner peace’ and the quest for self-realisation. In practices such as meditation and yoga, focusing on the ‘centre’ is a way to achieve spiritual enlightenment, harmony, and unity with the universe. The centre also symbolizes a safe and sacred space within oneself, the core essence that remains unchanging amidst external changes.
- Symbolism: Inner self, soul, inner peace, self-realisation, spiritual enlightenment, harmony with the universe, unchanging core essence.
Centre Tattoo Meaning
A centre tattoo could symbolize a person’s balance and harmony in life. It could also represent their journey towards self-discovery and self-understanding. Some choose the centre symbol to signify their quest for truth and understanding, getting to the heart of matters. A centre tattoo could also act as a reminder of the person’s core essence, their unchanging truth amidst the flux of life.
- Symbolism: Balance in life, self-discovery, quest for truth, core essence.
Reviewed by Alexander Lys, M.L., a specialist in the field of symbolism research and dream psychology. A certified participant in numerous psychological seminars and courses, the author of hundreds of articles on psychology, including studies on symbolism in dreams and myths from a scientific perspective.
