Spiritual Meaning of Tapping on Window: Bird, Ghost, Someone

After talking about what it means to hear someone knocking at the door, one of our readers asked us what it means to hear someone (or something…) tapping at the window.

We decided to write this article to clarify all doubts!

Hearing something or someone tapping on the window when you’re in a room (or the building) alone can be a terrifying experience, literally making you jump out of your skin.

But what if I were to tell you that the tapping could actually be a positive spiritual sign rather than something you should be scared of? 

I know you won’t believe me just yet, but let me show you… 

What Does It Mean When You Hear Someone Tapping on Your Window?

I’m going to go right ahead and assume that there isn’t a literal person standing at your window, tapping on it to get your attention.

Before you jump to a spiritual meaning, make sure you’ve checked whether someone is actually there. 

If there is someone there, maybe they’ve just come to see you.

It might be a completely innocent interaction with no spiritual connotations at all… 

But it could also be your subconscious’s way of telling you that you need to literally wake up about something that will hurt you and destroy you if you don’t see the truth about it. 

Do you want to find out? 

Spiritual Meaning of Tapping on Window

If you do see someone or something at your window, that person or thing (i.e., an animal) could contain the spiritual message rather than the tapping-on-the-glass action.

If a bee keeps knocking or bashing at the window, it could be a spiritual sign with a positive meaning behind it.

The humble bee is associated with positivity, prosperity, riches, and growth. 

Let’s replace the bee with a fox and you’ll see the meaning is rather different.

Foxes in spirituality are linked to someone who will trick, deceive, and potentially con you. The fox is a cunning and mischievous creature, after all. 

If you replace the fox with a parakeet or budgie, there’s a chance the universe is telling you that you’re being immature, or you’re not as full of good ideas as you think, or both.

Bird Tapping on Window:

Before you start, know that we have an article that talks exclusively about the meaning of a bird hitting your window, read it here.

Certain birds are associated with messages from other realms.

• If one of those birds knocks or taps on your window, perhaps it is a message from someone from the beyond?
• Have you recently been trying to communicate with someone who has sadly passed over?

Maybe you’ve been praying or wishing for some sort of sign. If that’s the case, maybe the bird is the sign. 

The “messenger” bird species include: 

• Ravens;
• Crows;
• Magpies;
• Robins.

However, if a different bird taps on your window (and keeps on tapping until you pay attention), it could still be a visit from a special messenger.

For the record, if a pigeon taps on your window, it could be a sign that you’re about to gossip and share news, you’ve been gossiping and sharing news, or someone’s sharing gossip and news about you. (Oh, the horror!) 

In a perfect world, gossip wouldn’t exist.

Unfortunately, it does.

It’s time to start excising caution when sharing information that isn’t ours to share. (End of lecture, sorry.)

Before we go any further… Do you also hear footsteps at night? I recommend saving this article to read later.

Ghost Tapping in Window:

If you look at the window and see nothing after hearing tapping or knocking noises, you might be experiencing a paranormal encounter.

Could it be the case that a passed-over friend, relative, or loved one has stopped by to say hello?

• How does the tapping on the window make you feel?
• Is it comforting to you, or does it fill you with fear and dread?

How you react to a spiritual sign will be as much of a message as the spiritual sign itself. 

Of course, the tapping is just the alert notification that you have a message. It might not be the message itself.

Maybe the ghost or spirit is directing you to look at something out your window.

When it comes to a ghost, it’s normal to hear someone calling your name, as we talk about in this article.

Someone You Don’t Know Tapping on Window:

In some parts of the world, particularly Europe and other areas where witchcraft was considered rife, tapping on the window from an unknown source was said to be a way of summoning knowledge and guidance. 

A tap on the window is a signal to other realms, such as spirits.

Unfortunately, one can never be quite sure whether the spirit summoned is a good one… or a demon. 

Either way, whether the spirit is good or bad, the witch always learns something from the summoning.

This could be a sign that you are about to earn some knowledge or wisdom… but not in the comfortable, easy way. 

Maybe there’s a few difficult life lessons in your future?

Don’t worry, you’re certainly not alone. We’re all in this together. 

Guardian Angel Tapping on Window:

Guardian angels are said to contact the people they guardian in several ways, including: 

• Using animal helpers to pass along the message;
• Guiding your eyes towards something positive you should see, such as a pin on someone’s bag that reads, “I think you’re beautiful.”;
• Hearing sounds that don’t make sense, such as tapping on the window when no one is there. 

Once you’ve heard the tapping, what else happens? You should keep your eyes open for other signs.

The guardian angel has your attention now, but you need to find and then interpret the message. 

Maybe you saw a bird flying through the air as you peeked out the window, or an insect on a leaf caught your gaze?

The other signs could be a wide variety of things, including:

• Smells wafting through the room;
• A cold or warm sensation on your body;
• Hearing music when there is none;
• Seeing things that aren’t there;
• Hearing thoughts inside your head. 

A guardian angel usually appears or makes themselves known when they need to protect you from something or alert you to something so you can then protect yourself.

What’s happening in your life that you might need warning about or protecting from? 

Also, before I move on to the next bit, have you considered actually asking your guardian angel what they really want, or what they’re trying to say? Sometimes it really is as easy as initiating a conversation and just going with the flow. Who knows what might happen?

Did you hear the knocking on the window in a dream? I recommend that you read this article.

Spiritual Meaning of Hearing 3 Taps on Window

The number three is a good and positive one in the world of spirituality. In religious terms, it is associated with the father, the son, and the holy spirit – also known as the holy trinity.

In non-religious terms, the spiritual meaning of hearing three taps on a window could be related to being at-one with yourself.

The spirit, the body, and the mind are all in-sync, exactly where they should be, and everything is aligned. 

Three is also linked to being lucky – “Three time’s the charm,” and all that. 

It could also be a sign of your past, present, and future. One, two, three. 

In many cultures, the number three is a positive and lucky one, so it could be a sign that you have positivity and good things your future. (I’m keeping my fingers crossed for you!)

Spiritual Meaning of Hearing Tapping on Window at Night

The number of knocks or taps can have a bearing on the spiritual meaning of hearing tapping on your window at night.

The number three, as we’ve already discussed, is associated with synchronization and harmony.

But what about the other numbers?

The number two is related to love and romance.

Two taps could be a sign that you’re about to meet someone who is going to become an important or great love in your life.

Perhaps you’ll meet ‘The One’? The nighttime vibes and the double-tap seems to me that love might be on the cards. 

Are you ready for it? 

As an aside, the nighttime is also associated with the dark side – evil, sin, etc.

It is also associated with other realms, such as demons, ghosts, and other spirits.

If the knocking is loud and determined, it could be warning you about the thing or person you’re lusting after the most.

Sometimes, it doesn’t matter how many times the knock knocks.

It’s the intensity or volume of the knock that matters. 

Is Hearing a Tap on Window a Bad Spiritual Sign?

No, hearing a tap (or repeated tapping) on a window isn’t always a bad spiritual sign.

In fact, in some cases, it can be a wonderful sign, and perhaps even the greatest gift: a message from a passed-over loved one. 

Some people do believe that knocking or tapping at the window is a sign of bad times ahead, or that a demon is tapping to get inside your home… and your life.

• When you think about logically, though, is it really likely that a demon will knock and wait to be invited in?
• Or do you think they’d just force their way through, or sneak in when you weren’t looking? 

In most cases, tapping on the window is a good sign, or a message you’d actually want to receive.

You can breathe a sigh of relief, especially if you felt a positive emotion about the interaction.

How Do I Interpret a Spiritual Symbol Like Tapping on a Window?

There are three important things when looking at interpreting your spiritual messages:

1. First of all, how does the sign or symbol make you feel.
2. Secondly, what else is going on in your life?
3. Thirdly, what does the internet/your book/a spiritual guide or leader say about the sign?

You must combine those three things, along with a few others, to interpret the exact message meant for you. 

What if I Can’t Interpret My Spiritual Message?

If you’re feeling a little spiritually stifled, unable to make head or tail of the signs the universe appears to be sending you, fear not.

It’s not the end of the world, and it doesn’t mean that you won’t ever understand them.

You need to clear your mind.

Breathe and reboot.

Past trauma, emotional ‘baggage’, and cynicism are three huge factors that might be holding you back.

What Does Four Taps in the Window Mean Spiritually?

The number four is a good, secure, stable number. It’s a consistent number.

The number that makes up a square, which the same number of sides, and repeated measurements, and no big surprises.

Because of that, it is linked to spiritual meanings of consistency and routine.

• Is your life lacking in routine?
• Could the universe be telling you to buck your ideas up, but in a soft, spiritual, and encouraging way? 

Final Words

I truly hope that you have learned something important from this article. I look forward to your comment below!