The greedy and gluttonous toad

The Toad: Not So Ordinary After All

The toad is often overlooked these days—just another common creature. But across ancient Egypt, Mesoamerica, and China, the toad has long been seen as a powerful spiritual symbol. It shows up in folklore and stories as both hero and villain, and like many symbolic creatures, its meaning starts with transformation.

Toads represent:
🌀 Transformation & renewal
🌿 Wisdom, patience & resilience
🌱 Fertility, abundance & healing
✨ Hidden beauty & inner worth
🍀 Prosperity, luck & opportunity

All that… in a humble toad.

If that surprises you, you’re not alone. But once you read more about their symbolism, it starts to make sense. The toad has its own kind of beauty.

So, here’s a thought:
How does a creature with so much potential become the greedy, gluttonous toad in the story?

I think we’ve all met a few like that along the way.
What do you think?