What does scorpion mean in Africa. Encyclopedia of symbols

Scorpio: power and deceit

The picture shows the golden ring of the king of the Ashanti tribe. Africans treat the scorpion with respect, as some of its species can kill a person with poison. Scorpio personifies power and deceit.

Ashanti dictum says: "Kofi's scorpion does not bite with his teeth, but with his tail." This means that the enemy will avoid open combat, but will try to harm their victim unexpectedly, surreptitiously. As a sign of the king, the scorpion symbolizes his fear of enemies.

Source: "Symbols of Africa" ​​Heike Ovuzu