This Gold Tiger Eye Maneki Neko Lucky Cat Carving has a wonderful flash when moved around in the light.
This is the legend of the Maneki Neko:
In the 17th century, there was a rundown and poverty-stricken temple in Tokyo. The temple's priest was very poor, but he shared what little food he had with his pet cat, Tama.
One day, a wealthy and important man was caught in a storm while hunting and he took refuge under a big tree near the temple. While he waited for the storm to pass, the man noticed a cat beckoning him to come inside the temple gate. This was so startling that he left the shelter of the tree to have a closer look at this unusual cat. At that moment, the tree was struck by lighting.
As a result, the wealthy man became friends with the poor priest, and the temple became prosperous. The priest and his cat never went hungry again.
When Tama died he was buried in the Goutokuji Temple's cat cemetery with respect and love, and the Maneki Neko was made in honor of him. Place A Maneki Neko in your place of business, or your home to bring in good luck and visitors.
Maneki Neko is Japanese for "beckoning cat." The message he's holding says "Please come in. You are welcome!" and he is beckoning you with his paw.
This Lucky Cat is hand carved from Golden Tiger Eye.
Metaphysical and Healing properties of Tiger Eye:
Tiger Eye combines the energies of Earth and Sun, promoting spiritual growth in ones life and beauty to ones outlook. Tiger's Eye is a stone for the mind. Tiger Eye can be used to focus the mind. It will cause the mind to feel more direct in all thoughts. It is known to bring clear thinking and insight. Tiger Eye lets you see everything. Tiger Eye is a stone for good luck and for protection from evil. Tiger Eye can offer support for new beginnings and helps in reestablishing the harmony in our lives. Tiger Eye is a protective stone. It also enhances the feelings of security and self-respect. Tigers eye is an excellent stone for increasing the power of personal will. It can help us to acquire abundance and wealth. It is a stone of peace.
This Gold Tiger Eye Lucky Cat Lucky Cat measures 1.75 x 1.25 x 1 inches.
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