Dragon Figurines

First I’d like to share a bit about dragon wisdom in early cultures in part one of this piece, and then move on to how dragons are intertwined with modern culture in part two.

The dragon is a powerful, fabled creature of legend and lore that permeates several civilizations worldwide. While the might of a dragon is a constant in several civilizations, the look and significance is not. Today, some of us of us adorn our bodies with dragons for their qualities of good luck, well-being, and protection. Others have a passion for symbols of the dragon’s power in the form of dragon figurines.
Unlike in the East, the Western personification of dragons are seen as harbingers of  destruction, instead of the final guard of the hidden treasure of wisdom. Cultures such as the Norse made use of the representation of the dragon as their figurehead, carving dragons into the heads of their ships and placing them on crests and shields.When Christianity was introduced, dragons’ reputations became even worse and they came to be known as satanic beasts.
However, in the East and even in some Western cultures, including Celtic, Gnostic, Alchemy, and Draconic Wicca, dragons symbolize a omnipotent being.This divine creature is believed to imply the spirit of nature and the ability to transform. It offers hope, courage, and virtuous fate.The "flaming pearl" is indicative of the numerous untold lore of a gem indicating spiritual perfection and elemental equilibrium. Even the eternal flame and quest for superlative wisdom can be encapsulated within the guise of the flaming pearl. More often than not, this pearl will be crafted into modern dragon collectibles. Celtic dragons sometimes are depicted in a closed loop circular position with their tail pointing into their mouth, representing the cyclical nature of existence. As in paganism, the circle is perfection, the circle of life, transformation, and eternity. And further still, on the Astral plane, dragons are said embody wisdom.
Dragons can be  represented as horrifying in our modern literature and movies. Fire-breathing beasts that give rise to obstacles in our lives and that threaten to eat our little children. Dragons worn with the more Western attitude stand for power and freedom and independence, but not usually an intention of malevolence. Often times, seeing the representation of a dragon should now invoke within us a feeling of vigor and protection, rather than fear.

Dragon images make great amulets. Worn close to our body, the talisman radiates protection, drives away malevolent forces, and beckons good fortune. You can wear your amulet all the time, or you can wear it when you feel you need it. You may also carry your amulet or sleep with it under your pillow-it depends on what you are seeking.

The significant dragon will show itself in modern society in part two of this series.