Dove & Butterfly Release
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If you are planning a funeral for a loved one and want to incorporate a touching memorial, a dove release or butterfly release ceremony is the perfect choice.
Dove Release
The Dove’s ascension represents the final journey of the soul into Heaven. The reality is that a dove release at a funeral can mean anything you want it to. There are formal meanings to the ceremony, as well, if you’re looking for more structure:
- A single dove being released signifies The Spirit
- Four doves being released represents The Trinity and The Spirit
- A twelve dove release is actually the release of thirteen total doves.
In this release, one dove is released separately from the others as a way of representing the soul of the loved one. This dove can either be released before the rest of the flock or after it, signifying the soul’s reunion with it’s spiritual predecessors.
Butterfly Release
A butterfly is a sign of spiritual growth. The animal embodies the principle that there are times in life where the past must be done away with so that a new life can begin. The butterfly also symbolizes transformation of joy. Because butterflies will not fly over water, if the release is done aboard a boat or at water’s edge, the butterflies will hover among the family and friends giving the illusion of the loved one’s presence.