🐢 Symbolism of the Turtle
The turtle is an ancient symbol of wisdom, protection, and perseverance. Across mythologies – from India to North America – she carries the meaning of a world-bearer, connecting the depths of Water with the stillness of Earth. In astrology, she is linked to patience, inner truth, and the ability to walk slowly yet steadily towards one’s goal. The turtle knows when to stay within – and when to step out with trust.
🌳 Symbolism of the Tree of Life
The tree is revered by all human cultures (read more in this article) as a symbol of eternal life and rebirth. It connects the past (roots), present (trunk), and future (crown).
The roots draw on the wisdom of ancestors, the power of Earth and Water. The trunk represents thoughts, words, and actions, channeling their energy upward. The crown branches into blossoms, leaves, and fruits, symbolizing the future outcomes of our everyday efforts.
Thanks to this connection, the mineral Tree of Life, just like living trees in the forest, connects with the forces of Earth and Sky and is continuously nourished by the energy of Nature.
📜 Victoria’s Journey
I met this little turtle thanks to mineral enthusiasts and a small family workshop on Java, Indonesia. She is hand-carved from local calcite, proudly wearing geode crystals on her back. We found each other in April 2025 – and despite the distance, it was love at first sight. From the very beginning, she told me she knew what she wanted – her own Tree of Life!
So she set out on a long journey and, slowly but with absolute certainty, arrived in my hands. Just in time to join a tantric retreat at the Centre Živá Voda. Thanks to the loving support there, her wish came true on May 30th! She bloomed in sky blue, soft pink, and pearlescent white…
Her wish became a dream come true for her new owner – the turtle lover. And so, in her honour, she was named Victoria Tantricus. With steadfastness, she set out on a new path towards shared adventure…