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Native Americans used symbols to represent many objects. and actions. They were used for communicating, telling stories, and for rituals.Two of the more meaningful symbols included the Thunderbird, and the Swastika.
Native American Symbols
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Though often apprehended as a symbol of death of hate due to Hitler's recent usage, the Swastika actually stood for life and luck. Different Native American tribes used the Swastika for different meanings. To the Kuna people it symbolized the octopus that created the the world with the tentacles going in the 4 directions. Native Americans often had the Swastika on their houses and sometimes clothing.
The Thunderbird is thought of to be a powerful spirit in the form of a bird. It has been used in Native American legends and stories all over the United States and Canada. The usual stories depict Thunderbird as a protector, protecting the Native Americans from other great powers such as White Owl Woman, bringer of winter storms.
In general, Native American symbols offer a deep and meaningful language. They viewed all things as possessors of a spirit. They believed that all objects deserve one's attention and respect.. Their symbols varied from tribe to tribe but they all had the similar meaning behind them.
