While European and North American folklore about bats in buildings generally views bats as portents of misfortune or evil, some benign lore also exists perceiving them as good omens. For example, if a bat lives in a theater, and flies over the stage during rehearsal, the play is guaranteed success.

Is it a good omen to see a bat?

In Chinese mythology, bats were considered a good omen, and good luck. Two bats together are the symbol of Sho-Hsing – the God of Longevity. Four bats represented health, wealth, long life, and peace. The phrase blind as a bat is actually wrong because bats have good vision.

What does a bat represent spiritually?

Bat Symbolism, Meanings & The Bat Spirit Animal. Bat symbolism and meanings include community, longevity, maneuverability, balance, good fortune, evolution, and supernatural powers.