From ancient times, people have considered the owl a symbol of wisdom. This is probably because the owl has a serious look/face, perhaps leading people to think they're wise.
Wise as an owl can mean wise as the symbol of wisdom. It can also be a reference to the behavior of the owl in the nursery rhyme:
A wise old owl lived in an oak
The more he saw the less he spoke
The less he spoke the more he heard.
Why can't we all be like that wise old bird?
Wise as an owl means the person being described is very wise, and probably knows a lot of information.
The owl is often seen as a symbol of wisdom and knowledge in many cultures, due to its reputation for being wise and observant. In Greek mythology, the goddess Athena was often associated with the owl for its intellect and foresight.
It is believed to be the inbodyment of a female demon, Lilith. It is an omen for good or bad. To see an owl during the day is bad luck.
Of the Athenians
He is a denizen of the library. You can see him every day there.
Barn Owls have many nicknames which include monkey-faced owl, silver owl, white owl, delicate owl, golden owl, steeple owl, straw owl, barnyard owl, church owl, night owl, ghost owl, hobgoblin owl, screech owl, and death owl.
the meaning of "as wise as an owl" means someone or something is very wise
the goddess of wisdom (among other things) is athena, and her patron animal was the owl, so being wise as an owl would be high praise besides that, owls are symbols of wisdom
Hwfa Môn (The Wise Owl of Anglesey).
as wise as an owl
>as blind as a bat>as hard as nails>as wise as an owl?
It means someone is really smart. In lots of stories and myths, owls were associated with wisdom. So being "as wise as and owl" basically means you are as smart as a mythical owl genius. Fun fact: The Greek goddess Athena was the goddess of wisdom and her sacred animal is the owl.
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If you meant to say which BIRD is wise, it is owl
Only if its strong like an ox and fast as the hare
Traditionally that attribute is bestowed upon the Owl.
It's as wise as an owl.
The Wise Old Owl - 1927 was released on: USA: 13 February 1927