Panther Meaning and Symbolism

What Does a Black Panther Symbolize

A black panther stands for mystical endurance, the power of night and the mother.

Having a Panther as Your Spirit Animal (Totem Animal)

To have a panther as your spirit animal means that you are psychic, intuitive and artistically inclined.

Preferring to remain by yourself, you generally connect with those who are likewise solitary.

You are an attentive listener but do not like sharing all that you absorb. Most of it you keep to yourself and prefer to exchange only that, which provides contentment to curious minds.

Endowed with a broad vision, you are able to perceive things clearly and consequently have no fear of the dark.

Just as a panther has acute sensitivity, you too are blessed with a subtle realization of feelings that enable you to explore your sexuality fully.

What Does it Mean When You Dream About Panthers

Panthers in dreams may have both positive and negative meanings. On one hand, representing a powerful and protective presence in your life, it may point towards your dominating traits such as fierceness, decisiveness, strength, etc. On the other hand, it may warn you regarding the existence of a deceitful friend, who wants to ruin you.

Dreaming of calm panthers implies the resolution of a conflict with an old enemy, while a sad panther’s dream mirrors the sadness of your heart.

Chasing a panther signals your attempts to cope with the challenges of your adversary.

Seeing a panther attacking you implies that you would be slandered by others.

A dead panther suggests a meeting with your enemies.

Dream Interpretations for Different Colored Panthers

Black panther: Stands for unexpected significant changes in your life. If you see a black panther attacking you, realize that it’s a sign of your sacrificing spirit; if you see yourself killing one, then you would experience joy in your future undertakings.

White or albino panther: Implies that your life is not going to have any turns or twists.

Grey panther: Suggests complacency, adoration, and intimate friendship.

Brown panther: Indicates the new path you have chosen to move forward.

Purple panther: Represents snugness and fancy.

Spiritual Meaning and Symbolism of Panthers in Christianity

In the book “Bestiary” of Saint Pierre de Beauvais, the waking up and attracting of other animals by the panther is related to the reappearance of Jesus Christ after 3 days of darkness.