When someone gives you a wooden elephant what does that symbolize?

Question

When someone gives you a wooden elephant what does that symbolize?

Answer 1

Ah, the traditional gift of the wooden elephant.  It can mean so many things, like:

"I'll never forget you."

"You are so strong, and so gentle."

"Thank you for your contribution to the Republican Party."

or, most often,

"I was thinking of you in a place that sold imported tchotchkes from an African or Asian nation."

Answer 2

If the trunk is up its for good luck : )

Answer 3

...in asian terms it could mean respect....or even sacred to some races and religion....

...personally...i feel it could be symbolise strength...

Answer 4

obesity

Answer 5

I know that certain cultures pay attention to the position of the trunk. If the trunk is up, like the elephant is trumpeting, then it's good luck. If the trunk is pointing down, the statue is considered bad luck.

Answer 6

Prosperity, good luck. Look up Ganesha on Yahoo.

Answer 7

Hello

It is for good luck, prosperity etc. Face its trunk towards the door to bring wealth in!

Sadhara