What is the spiritual meaning of crabs and what message does the crab spirit have for you? What does it mean when you see crabs in your dreams?
Today, we’ll discuss the crab’s symbolic meaning in detail.
Crab Meaning: Spiritual Meaning And Symbolism
The humble crab surprisingly carries a lot of spiritual symbolism. It is a key messenger sent to convey what needs to happen in your life.
The crab is also important in many different cultures. Let’s take a look into the spiritual meaning of the crab.
Crab’s Connection with Mama Qucha
Crabs can be found in or around most bodies of water, including seas, oceans and rivers. However, some species of crab do live on the land, in mud or within oyster shells.
Crabs are associated with Mama Qucha – goddess of seas, oceans and all water bodies.
Shamans connect with this goddess for emotional support and healing.
Regular Despacho ceremonies are also done to give back to this powerful spirit of water and thank her for supporting life on Earth.
In a Despacho ceremony, flowers, leaves, feathers and everyday objects are used to represent all that the people are thankful for.
Shamans do these ceremonies to restore balance in nature and to bring healing to their own lives.
Crab shells can be used to thank Mama Qucha for her support and to invite this powerful deity into a shaman’s life.
If crab spirit is showing up in your life as pictures, visions or live crabs, perhaps you are in need of emotional healing and are being called to connect with this Inca goddess for it.
Self Sacrifice And Bravery
According to a Greek legend, a giant crab called Carcinus assisted Hydra in her battle with Hercules. The Greek hero crushed it under his feet.
To acknowledge the crab’s selfless service and bravery, Hera (the wife of Zeus) immortalized it as a constellation in the sky that we now know as Cancer.
People who are born under the zodiac sign of Cancer are believed to be extremely emotional, loving and selfless.
A crab’s spiritual meaning and message can be about the selfless actions you may have taken to help a friend.
In life, everything is a choice. You are not generally obligated to do anything you don’t want. We all have free will, after all.
We don’t always realize the consequences of our actions. But, everything we do impacts our destiny.
The crab spirit reminds you that everything you do matters, even if someone in your life failed to recognise the sacrifices you made for them!
At the end of the day, it’s divine forces (not a friend) that have the power to reward you. You don’t need to worry about anything. You just need to believe in divine justice and know that karma will reward you at the right time.
It’s Okay To Be Different
Crabs don’t walk straight because walking sideways is much easier for them. Does it debilitate or disable them in any way?
No!! In fact, it’s natural for them!
If you’re worried about being different and not fitting in, why bother?
If you believe in yourself, you will find the right tribe at the right time. But if you force friendships with people who you don’t resonate with, you are not going to be happy.
You may end up making decisions that you will regret in future. There’s no point to it.
I know being alone is not easy. It hurts to see others laugh, talk and enjoy their time with each other while you are in the corner of the room with no one to talk to and no one to laugh with.
But, what’s the point of forcing connections with people who don’t want to be with you and who you do not want to be with?
In this context, the spiritual meaning of crabs, just like the lobster, is about authenticity and staying true to yourself.
Trust that things are going to get better, you will not be alone forever and everything will be okay at the right time.
Laying A Strong Foundation
Do you know that crabs are decapods? They have ten legs. Legs often symbolise the foundational work we must do whenever we embark on a new endeavour.
If you want to start a project or a side business and are worried about having to leave your job, the crab spirit is encouraging you to lay a strong foundation first. You don’t need to leave your job yet.
Why not start this project as a hobby? Try to contribute 2-3 hours every day to it. When you start making money from it, begin devoting more time to it.
As your income grows, you can consider quitting your job. Right now, please don’t rush anything. Take your time.
Only make bold decisions when you have a reason for it. Taking risks is not synonymous with being reckless.
Every business or project requires you to take risks. But, those risks need to be calculated and data-driven.
Don’t make impulsive decisions that you may end up regretting in the future.
Fertility
A female crab can lay up to 2 million eggs, depending upon the species. The reason is that most of the eggs they lay on the seashore do not survive.
After the male has mated with the female, her body can store sperm until the egg is ready to be fertilized. This is why crabs are powerful symbols of fertility.
Red crabs are also known to migrate across Christmas Island in Australia to reach the ocean for mating. During this migration, traffic on the roads is often disrupted.
This is why the crabs are the ultimate symbols of fertility. The spiritual meaning of crabs also revolves around how far you’re willing to go to create what you want to create.
The crab spirit encourages you to introspect about your passion, desire and drive. What do you want to create? What are you willing to sacrifice for it? How far are you willing to go to get what you want?
Those born between June 21 – July 22 fall under the fourth zodiac sign of Cancer.
Cancer, unsurprisingly, is a water sign. This means that people born under this star sign are naturally ambitious. They tend to go after their goals and refuse to let anything get in their way.
As a water sign, Cancerians often feel things very deeply. Those born under this zodiac tend to be compassionate people who are excellent at consoling their loved ones.
They are very sensitive and sentimental beings. It can sometimes be difficult to crack the shell to get to know them fully.
As you might expect for someone represented by the crab, those who fall within the Cancer zodiac can often be snappy and moody, which is largely as a result of how much they are led and driven by their emotions. They wear their hearts on their sleeves.
Those born under the Cancer zodiac can call upon the crab as a powerful spirit animal to enact change in their lives.
Dreaming Of A Crab: Spiritual Meaning
What does it mean when you dream of a crab? What is the spiritual meaning of seeing crabs in your dreams?
The first you need to do is write down what was significant about the dream you want to interpret. Why do you think it holds a meaning?
What were the crabs doing? Were they searching for someone (possibly their mate)? Are you worried about finding a partner?
Do you fear that you will be single forever? The crab spirit in your dreams is encouraging you to believe in your ability to create what you desire.
If you want a partner, you can manifest it. Spend some time meditating and tapping into your Divine Feminine energies.
When you begin fully embodying your Goddess energy, send a call telepathically for your Divine Masculine to show. You have the power to do that.
If you resonate with being a Divine Masculine (regardless of your gender), you can also tap into your divinity to manifest your Divine Feminine.
Seeing a crab in your dreams may also indicate that there is something that you’re not seeing, that might influence your fate.
You are probably aware of it on a subconscious level. This is why you are dreaming about it.
To become more consciously aware of this situation, it’s important to cut your cords so you release any blockages or pre-conceived notions that may be stopping you from seeing the truth.
The spiritual meaning of crabs in your dream may also be a warning against multitasking. You may soon be offered an opportunity that may feel somewhat challenging to you.
The crab spirit is encouraging you to believe in the foundation that you have laid so far. Were it not for the work you have done until now, you would not getting this opportunity.
It’s time to believe in yourself and the foundation you have laid for yourself. It is strong enough and you don’t need to worry about anything.
Dreaming of a crab can also symbolize feeling scared of being vulnerable. It’s okay to take your time.
You don’t need to force a connection with anyone. Take your time. Try getting to know people before you feel bad about not being able to bond with them.
If, however, you have been isolated for a long time and are hiding in a shell, it may be time to come out of it.
Not everyone is after you. Again, take your time before you’re ”best friends” with people.
But, maybe start interacting with them. It may definitely improve your mood and help you manage your emotions.
The crab has been a powerful spiritual symbol for many, many centuries.
Heralded as an important figure for both the Incas and the Greeks, the crab carries many messages and meanings.
Those born under the Cancer zodiac may naturally identify with the crab spirit, but anyone can call on the crab totem animal to help them with difficulties in life.
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I started Spirit of Sapphire in August 2017 after finally building up the courage to start reading tarot for people other than my loved ones.
At the same time, I embarked upon expanding my spiritual knowledge and skills and so attended various psychic mediumship courses and circles, and I also began to train as a Reiki practitioner.
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