When I looked at the cardinal tapping at my window for the first time, I had a feeling that it was more than just a bird checking out my house.
A mysterious calling from another that instantly made me intrigued to learn more.
It seemed as though that cardinal red sang in it way that was demanding, and I thought he was implying to me to pay attention.
I took it as a sign directly from the Universe telling me to go on my spiritual journey, to not resist the inevitable changes in front of me, but to welcome them with open arms.
His visit with the cardinal is more than just a run-in with nature; it is a life-changing spiritual occurrence that requires reflection and growth.
Spiritual Meanings Of Cardinal Tapping On Window:
They Are Messengers from the Spirit Realm
In various spiritual and cultural traditions, cardinals are accustomed to representing and delivering messages from the spirit world.
The cardinal has been held in a level of high esteem in the spiritual realm, and its vibrant red feathers signify lifeforce. When a cardinal taps at your window, it is widely held to be a sign from a departed loved one of reassurance.
This bird acts as a connection between the physical and spiritual realms, and that helps to remind us that our loved ones are always still with us.
Whenever I see cardinals, I believe them to be absolutely full of metaphors because I see their presence as continuous on my spiritual path.
The way they seem to arrive so abruptly, seeming to manifest themselves during times of contemplation, is an almost physical manifestation of the unseen.
Like they were sent from above to remind us that our loved one is not just a memory, but their very soul continues to stay on this Earth long after they have physically left.
Different cultures have this notion integrated into them.
For example, in Native American belief, cardinal birds are said to be spiritual messengers – their red feathers represent the unyielding blood of their ancestors that runs through their veins, manifesting in the living life force.
That cardinal tapping at your window is not just a quirky bird story but a prompt for more reflective thought.
The first time it happened to me, it filled me with curiosity, wonder and an odd feeling of tranquility.
Rendering me to feel that one I cherished was present, brimming in its spirit, whispering, here white is old tail feathers.
Cardinals are, not surprisingly, found in Christian symbolism – often as the blood of Christ, in reference to their everlasting life.
They Are About New Beginnings
The cardinal is a sign of the beginning of any cycles or new opportunities that are about to come your way.
It is generally thought of as the universe’s way of tapping you on the shoulder to get you to heed the unfamiliar and the new.
And because the cardinal reflects power and desire (its red color), the cardinal would present itself, and it would seem almost like the cardinal is telling us to capture these options and raise them courageously.
At periods of change – getting a new job, moving to a new place, finding a new partner – this can be of particular significance.
I remember being in that place in my life where I was just going from one routine to the next and the quiet swelling heaviness of unfulfilled dreams. And one morning, tapping incessantly on my window, I saw the bright red feathers of a cardinal reflecting in the light of day.
This bird wanted to speak through me; I will admit I did not really want to relay the message as much as the bird probably wanted to send it, but the amount of persistence from the bird made it hard to ignore and seemed more than just a coincidence.
It felt like an omen, a shot in the arm from the universe to get my head out of the sand and do something.
Cardinals are interpreted as animals of change in various cultures.
They are not only red but also rebelling, the color of life and the energy required to take on something new. It is like the cardinal is telling you, “Wake up! A new door is about to open for you, and you need to be able to step through it.”
That was just what I needed to hear at that moment. I realized that I had been holding myself back, and there was an opportunity lying right in front of me.
The visit of the cardinal was a sign for me to review my life.
I became more aware of signs – both subtler & more obvious – and I took that leap of faith and entered a new industry I had been reluctant to earnestly pursue. It was a huge change, but the cardinal was so full of life that he encouraged me to go along with my head held high.
They Are About Love
Cardinals are imprinted with a strong monogamous bond and a dedication to their mate.
A cardinal tapping at your window is sometimes referred to as a confidence emoji, you need to continually reminder your self to remain confidence in them.
That may be a call for you to cultivate more connection with those around you, to encourage open communication, and to put love first in your life.
The bright red color of the cardinal also represents passion and romance, hinting that love and fulfilling relationships are in your future.
The cardinal, in its presence, is then an apparition to request our reconnection with whom we love.
The type of loyalty this bird shows his partner is the kind of loyalty that we all must have in the relationships we pursue.
I was reflective of the relationships I had as a result of the visit of the cardinal. Just like this unwavering bird, it became clear: I had to show up for my loved ones, to be present, to be spontaneous, to be everything human.
Whether it was a chat with a friend or family or a night spent on the couch with my partner, the cardinal’s words were simple — a rich life is grounded in love and connection.
It inspired me to be more vulnerable, to share what was in my heart, and to truly be there to listen.
They Are About Spiritual Awakening
Cardinals tapping on your window can be a sign to open up to a higher vibrational existence and to awaken to spiritual consciousness.
The bird symbolizes the connection to the more spiritual dimensions of reality, spirits, the heavens, eternity, mystical wisdom and so on.
The tap may be interpreted as an offer for you to tune into the things you love so much about your new reality, the joy factors you are now experiencing and bring those into your meditation, insights and discoveries on your spiritual path.
The day a cardinal clawed its way into my everyday routine still flashes before my eyes.
The universe had apparently chosen a bright red messenger to grab my attention and shift my focus.
I felt, at that very moment, a surge of connectedness to something higher, a desire to reach outside of what the physical world presented to me and probe into my soul.
It inspired me to start tuning into myself, to feel my intuition and enjoy the adventure of finding out who I truly am.
The visit left me with a sense of wonder at the world around me, about the relationships between all things and a resolve to invite God into my life at a more profound level.
This awakening isn’t just the new couple of items to check off my spiritual to-do list; it’s a different way of seeing literally everything in my whole life.
All to learn about the holy in the everyday, the significance of smallness, and the fact every experience is an experience of something more.
It was a sign that everything was going accordingly with the spiritual journey I was on if I put my ego aside and listened instead to the higher self the cardinal was guiding me towards.
Therefore, the cardinal that you see tapping at your window is not a mere fleeting sighting of Mother Nature’s wonder but a powerful mandala of the cosmos to awaken the higher self within you.
I’m Bulgarea Candin Stefan and I have started Spiritual Whirlwinds to pass my learnings from my spiritual journey. Spiritualwhirlwinds.com provides a space of spiritual awakening with guided meditations, e-books, mantras, and pendulum readings.
