Many people associate butterflies with death and the souls of people who have died. In many cultures, butterflies symbolize transformation and resurrection. After all, a caterpillar goes into a cocoon, basically turns itself into goo, and emerges a few weeks later as a stunningly beautiful butterfly.

Here are some of our favourite ways to interpret (and take comfort in) butterfly sightings after death: Butterflies symbolise transformation and resurrection. They’re a reminder that although your loved one is no longer physically present, they are still always with you and watching over you.

Butterflies from heaven hold a profound and meaningful symbolism across various cultures and beliefs. Whether you interpret them as messengers from deceased loved ones, representations of transformation and renewal, or reminders of the cycle of life, these ethereal encounters can bring comfort, hope, and a sense of connection.

It is said that an orange butterfly is the herald of death, carrying on its wings the message that a loved one has just passed. It represents the transformation between life and death, and the journey a spirit undertakes in the liminal space.