Black butterflies have fascinated cultures around the world for centuries. In many places, they’re seen as omens of death. “In China and the Philippines, if a black butterfly flies into your home, it often means there will be a death in the family.” In Japanese folklore, they’re believed to guide souls to the afterlife.

However, not all cultures see them negatively. In Celtic traditions, black butterflies are signs of “good luck and worldly honors.” Christians often view them as symbols of resurrection and spiritual rebirth. Early Christian tombs were even decorated with butterflies to represent the soul’s journey to Heaven.

Though butterflies aren’t mentioned in holy books, both Muslims and Christians associate them with spiritual transformation. In Hinduism and Buddhism, the butterfly’s life cycle mirrors the human soul’s path to enlightenment. “The human soul must experience painful lessons in reincarnation before reaching Nirvana.”

These interpretations show that black butterflies can represent both endings and hopeful new beginnings.