What does a white pigeon symbolize?

A white pigeon symbolizes peace, love and honor. A white pigeon or dove is believed to be a symbol of the Holy Spirit in Christianity. The pigeon and dove are in the same family of Columbidae, and their names are often used interchangeably.

Christian iconography shows Jesus being blessed by the Holy Spirit in a white dove form during his baptism. A white pigeon is also used in politics as a symbol of peace in opposition to war and violence. Pigeons are loyal to each other, and they stay together as a family. The Egyptians believed a pigeon was a symbol of innocence.