Meteors shooting across the sky have mystified us since the dawn of time. Find out the science behind meteors and the spiritual meaning of meteors.
A brilliant flash in the sky March 17, 2026 in Ohio wasn’t people’s imagination. A seven ton meteor flew across the sky at 45,000 miles per hour and created a sonic boom that shook homes and windows in Ohio and some adjoining states. Some say it was a scientific phenomenon in nature, but some people say meteors have deeper spiritual meaning. Join SpiritualBlosson to learn the spiritual meaning of meteors. Find out the science of meteors and the lore and spiritual meanings of things like sonic booms, fireballs, and dark flights. A meteor might be considered just a meteor, but it can mean so much more spiritually. Read on to learn more.
What are Meteors?
Also known as shooting stars, meteors are small bodies, usually meteoroids, traveling through our planet’s atmosphere. Collisions with molecules in the upper atmosphere will have heated them so much they reach a point called incandescence. They create a beautiful glowing streak as they move along, and shed particles on their trip. Many of their particles are as small as a single piece of sand, and a lot of the particles burn up and dissolve before reaching earth. The pieces that survive and make it to the surface are called meteorites.
Do you think that you may have found a meteorite? There are ways to tell. Meteorites are typically heavier than most rocks found on earth. They have magnetic qualities. They have a thick, glassy coating on them that may have a melted look. They have shallow indentations that may look like thumbprints, and they typically either leave no streak or just a light grey streak when scraped across a ceramic tile. Learn more about meteorites here: Are there meteor fragments nearby? What to know after recent fireball
Are Meteors Dangerous?
Considering the fact the earth has millions of meteors moving along our atmosphere daily, seeing a meteor is no reason to be alarmed. It sounds scary, but it really isn’t. In a way, these meteors create a lot of the natural world we belong to. Over 48,000 tons of meteoric materials fall to earth daily. Yes, every day, even though a lot of what falls dissolves before it reaches the ground. If the meteoric material did not reach the planet things would be very different. So, next time someone tells you the earth is completely separate from space, you will know better.
When Do Meteors Happen?
Meteors happen all the time. The special conditions needed for them to happen are not that unique. They are noticeable to us when they are 47 to 75 miles above the surface of the earth. A lot of them don’t reach earth though, because most of them dissolve by the time they are as little as 31 miles above the surface. A lot of people think they only happen at night because their glowing trails are easier to see when it’s dark, but they happen in daytime too. Keep in mind, their heat and gasses only glow for a second in time- a single second- so they are happening in the atmosphere often, we just don’t see them, so we can’t tell. Something else that happens in the atmosphere is a tornado, and you can read about their spiritual meaning here: The Spiritual Meaning of a Tornado
Meteor Myths and Folklore
Different people throughout history have had different ideas of what meteors are. To the ancient Romans, meteors were messages from the gods. To the ancient Greeks, they were signs of the activities of the gods and demi-gods. To some First Nations people of the Americas, meteors meant different things.
The Roman Empire
It is said that during the funerary games held in honor of Julius Caesar, a comet that was observed nearby was used by Octavian, later known as the Emperor Agustus to his benefit. Octavian was the son of Caesar, and he claimed the meteor was a sign from the heavens that Caesar was deified as a god. He was able to use this as a way to increase his own power. Agustus didn’t need the help, though. He was such a good ruler, he brought about the Roman Empire and a period of peace called the Pax Romanus. He ruled until his death.
Greek Myths
The ancient Greeks had their own myths about meteors. Helios is their god who drives the chariot with the sun across the sky. His son, Phaethon decided to try to drive the chariot once himself. He failed epically, driving the chariot too close to earth, scorching areas. Father god Zeus struck Phaethon from the sky with a lightning bolt, and shooting stars represent his fall from the sky. Orion was a giant and a hunter said to be the son of Poseidon, god of the sea. A meteor shower called the Orionids seems to originate near the constellation named after him and it was believed when there were shooting stars during that event, it is him shooting arrows at prey. Read about Poseidon and other gods of the sea here: The Folklore, Myths, and Gods of the Sea
First Nations Lore
It is said it is a Lakota belief that shooting stars are the souls of ancestors. It is said the Navajo believe shooting stars are the souls of the departed. It is said the Pomo of California believe meteors are fire from the heavens. The Luisene of California are said to believe meteors are stars on the move. The Shawnee are said to believe meteors are stars fleeing from danger. The Chumash are said to believe meteors are souls on their way to the afterlife.
Meteor Spiritual Meaning
Scientifically, we know what meteors are and we know what some people have believed they were, but what is their spiritual meaning? Different aspects of meteors mean different things spiritually. From fireballs to craters, meteors have different spiritual meanings. Read on to learn ten different spiritual meanings of aspects of meteors.
Meaning of Fireballs
A fireball is an especially bright meteor. It is at least the size of a baseball and is larger, and therefore brighter than a typical meteor. Spiritually, this symbolizes thinking big. When you see a fireball, the universe is letting you know that sometimes, bigger is better. Think big, go the extra mile, and be generous with yourself. If it’s time to give someone a gift, give them the thing you know they have been dreaming of. Sometimes, moderation is key, but sometimes, you have to indulge yourself and the ones you love. You can spoil your love with aphrodisiacs. Find out how here: How to Use an Aphrodisiac for Love and Attraction
Meaning of Sonic Booms
A sonic boom is the sound an object makes traveling beyond the speed of sound. Some people can hear and feel the sound waves from sonic booms. Spiritually, a sonic boom means making a big impression. A REALLY big one. A sonic boom can literally rock people’s world, if only for a moment. When you hear a sonic boom, you are being called to make a big statement, a big impression, or say something you have been needing to that may shock people. Sometimes, we need to whisper, and sometimes, we need to boom!
Meaning of Meteor Showers
A meteor shower is when multiple meteors are visible from what appears to be the same spot in the heavens. Spiritually, this means that things will happen in groups. If you just got especially bad news, more bad news is coming. If you got good news, guess what, there will be even more good news! Best of all, if you have had a spiritual awakening at the time of seeing the meteor shower, keep your psychic awareness open. You will have even more spiritual awakenings! This will be an especially good time to develop psychic abilities and you can learn how here: Developing Your Psychic Powers
Meaning of Bolides
A bolide is an especially large meteor that explodes in the air. Some can cause impacts on the ground and are called impactors. Spiritually, a bolide and /or impactor means something that will cause an especially big change for you is coming. You won’t have any control over whatever is coming. You will only be able to control your reaction. Anytime you are near a bolide or impactor, brace yourself. A big event will cause large, permanent changes, but don’t fret. These might be very good changes.
Meaning of the Leonids
The Leonides are a meteor shower that peaks every mid-November. Every 33 years, there could be hundreds or thousands of meteors per hour observed depending on where you are on earth. They appear to radiate from the constellation Leo. Spiritually, that means when you see this particular meteor shower, you should carry yourself with pride, present yourself well, and basically do what is called “holding court”. This means you are the king or queen of your world and in charge of your own destiny. It also means being protective of those who look to you for love and guidance. Read more about Leo here: Leo Traits and Love Compatibility
Meaning of the Perseids
The Perseids are meteors that form a shower which is visible from mid-July to mid-August and appear to originate at the constellation Perseus. The constellation is named for a legendary Greek hero who may or may not have been a real person. In the myths, he overcame nearly impossible odds to rescue the woman he loved and to become ruler. The spiritual meaning of seeing these meteor showers is that you can do anything you set your mind to. You should take heart, overcome fears, and have the courage to attempt what you believe you cannot achieve. Once you get started, you will be pleasantly surprised how much you accomplish.
Meaning of Comets
Comets are not meteors, but icy objects that have tails. Forming near the sun, they just keep going and going for about 1,000 years. There are over 4,000 comets on orbit now, and at least one is observable to the naked eye each year. With telescopes, many more may be seen. Spiritually, they represent tenacity, undertaking long-term projects, reliability, and not giving up. If a cosmic chunk of ice and stardust can last for as many as 1,000 years, your resolve can last to see worthy projects through. One zodiac sign that has the determination to stick with things long-term is Capricorn, and you can read about them here: Capricorn Zodiac Traits and Love Compatibility
Meaning of Asteroids
Asteroids are small bodies in space that are 600 miles in diameter or less and orbit the sun. They are considered minor planets. Some people have suggested that asteroids have the potential to be mined for resources that may become depleted on earth or colonies can be set up for human habitation on asteroids. We have no idea if any of this is practical, but spiritually, asteroids represent untapped potential. When presented with asteroid symbolism, the universe is calling you to apply yourself and reach deep within yourself to utilize skills and talents that you rarely do.
Meaning of Dark Flights
A dark flight means a meteor has entered a stage where it has cooled and stopped emitting light, so it continues moving, but it is not visible. This makes it difficult to see it and predict where it may fall. Spiritually, dark flights represent hidden wisdom and knowledge. They represent having faith in results and not worrying. While the unknown continues, you, too, should continue. Make your plans, do the work you have been doing, and wait. Results will come and the hidden will always reveal itself. You have the power to handle any challenges that may surface. You can even get psychic help if you need it. Find out how here: Speaking with an Intuitive Counselor
Meaning of Craters
Craters represent the aftermath of an impact and a permanent change from it. They may seem like damage, but unless they are enormous or destroy something, it is just evidence of a change. Spiritually, this represents the changes in life after something happens. Our own “craters” can be beautiful. They are signs that we have learned and grown from an experience rather than suffered because of it. Not every change is a bad thing, and when people can see we have improved from something that changed us, they will immediately respect that. More than that, we can take pride in how we learn and grow with time. We are more powerful than anything that changes us.
Dreams About Meteors
Dreams about meteors depend on the details of the dream. So, think of the details, and the spiritual meaning of that before trying to interpret the dream. If no specific details stand out, your dream may be portending something new from what seems like another world coming into your life. The brighter the meteor in the dream, the more positive this new thing will be. Like meteors bring so many particles to earth, and those are a natural part of our environment, what is coming into your life will become a normal part of your own life. Meteor dreams are almost always good news about new things coming in to brighten your life. Read our dream meaning encyclopedia here: A-Z Dream Meanings Glossary
Meteors blaze across the sky, dazzling us with their beauty. From the dawn of time, people have understood that meteors have been a part of our world, but they also realized they have deep spiritual meaning. They may be chunks of space material that have entered our atmosphere, but they enter to bring messages. Things like dark flights, comets, asteroids, and craters have their own spiritual meaning. Dreams of meteors symbolize positive things coming into your life. Whether you are watching annual meteor showers, or a single meteor surprises you on a random night, know the workings of the cosmos are speaking to you!
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About the Author: Lady Saoirse has studied magic and lore for most of her life but started walking her own Magical Path after being spiritually reborn in the desert. Today she is a High Priestess for The Temple of the Goddess, she is a psychic advisor and spiritual counselor, she shares her gifts as a Psychic and Content Writer for Mysticsense and SpiritualBlossom, and she writes for PaganPages.Org emag and Green Egg Magazine.
