The meaning and symbolism of the pig

In different cultures and religions, pigs have different meanings and symbols. Here are some common ones:

1. Wealth and abundance: In traditional Chinese culture, pigs are seen as a symbol of wealth. Especially in rural areas, raising pigs is considered a continuous and stable source of income.

2. Honesty and diligence: In ancient Chinese legends, pigs are praised as loyal, honest, hardworking and hardworking animals, so people often use the term "pig teammates" to describe those who are honest and reliable.

3. Welfare and good luck: In traditional Western culture, pigs are a kind of mascot and are seen as a symbol of blessing and good luck. The image of the pig also appears in some traditional festivals and celebrations, such as Christmas ham and New Year's dried meat.

4. Filth and greed: In some cultures, pigs are also seen as a symbol of filth and greed. For example, in religions such as Islam and Judaism, pigs are unclean animals and cannot be eaten.

In general, pigs play different roles in different cultures and religions, but compared to other animals, they are more often seen as practical animals, such as meat, leather, fat, etc. can be obtained from pigs.

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