What is the spiritual significance of an eagle?
Eagles symbolize spirit, freedom, and self-expression. Eagles also have a solid connection to the element of air. This connection reminds us that we are more than just physical beings; we have a spiritual side as well. Our thoughts and intentions create who we become.
There are two eagles referenced in Ezekiel 17 representing the kings of Babylon and Egypt. Those prophecies were also fulfilled in the past. The eagle you mention is probably the one in New Testament prophecy yet to be fulfilled in society's last years, as we know them.
And, to be an “Eagle Christian” means to be overcomer. In the Bible, God likens His children to eagles. He protects, feeds and teaches His children just as an eagle protects, feeds and teaches the eaglets. So let's learn a few awesome facts about eagles and see how they parallel the life of a believer.
Isaiah 40:31
They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
- Eagles fly alone at high altitude. Stay away from narrow-minded people. ...
- Eagles have vision. ...
- Eagles are fearless and never surrender to the size or strength of its prey. ...
- Eagles are tenacious. ...
- Eagles never eat dead things. ...
- Eagles prepare for training. ...
- Eagles possess vitality.
According to scientists at HawkQuest, an environmental education nonprofit in Colorado, a Bald Eagles gripping strength is ten times stronger than the average grip of an adult human hand. A Bald Eagle can exert upwards of 400 pounds per square inch (psi).
John's gospel, as the one most occupied with Jesus's divinity, is represented by the eagle and is as it is believed to be directly addressed to the church, has a special significance in Christian art. The eagle also came to represent the inspiration of the gospels.
Its main images depict the symbols of the four Evangelists: Matthew is represented by the Man, Mark by the Lion, Luke by the Calf, and John by the Eagle.
Adults measure from 30 to 40 inches from head to tail, with a 7-8 foot wingspan, and weigh from 8 to 14 pounds. The female is larger than the male. The distinctive white head and tail feathers appear when the eagles mature at 4 or 5 years old. Bald eagles are believed to live 30 years or longer in the wild.
The Direct, Assertive and Take-Charge Eagle
If you're familiar with the DISC model, Eagles represent the Dominant D. People who embody the Eagle know what they want and are driven to achieve their goals quickly. They are outgoing, confident about their abilities and have no problem telling you what they are thinking.