The peacock is a bird of the gods and messenger of the gods. The god Phaon is associated with the peacock because he is a bird god. But the Greek goddess of the sky, women and love, Hera, is also connected to the peacock. Powerful rulers throughout history kept peacocks in their gardens. Therefore it is also considered a symbol of power.

In Christian symbolism, the peacock is a symbol of immortality.

A story from the 18th century In the 19th century, a vain and arrogant peacock was so in love with his own beauty that he even mocked the rainbow. The other beautiful animals in the forest agreed with him. Only the marten held a mirror in front of him and showed him that beauty is fleeting and that even pride and vanity cannot prevent it.

In Indian mythology, various deities ride a peacock. Ganesha, Shiva and Saraswati. He embodies perfection and paradise.