Native American Symbols

It represents the night and wisdom, as well as superb hunting abilities.

The deer is a symbol of protection for one’s family, yet it can also represent speed.

Wolf tracks represent “leadership” and “direction.”

The Bear is regarded as a guardian. The bear is a symbol of both strength and leadership. In creation and emergence traditions, the bear is commonly mentioned as the “first helper.”

The creative spirit, channeled energy, is a symbol of a human’s life, achievements, and legacy.

The Hopi people and many other Native American groups use this as a symbol. The Maze signifies life’s maze, or the barriers and problems that must be conquered in order to progress spiritually and become one with the divine power. It’s also known as the Mother Earth symbol, and it represents the close relationship that … Read more

The Navajo believe this ghost to be a mediator between man and his creator. Day and night, rain, wind, sun, and other natural forces are all under Yeiis’ power. The Yei’bi’chai, grandfather spirit or “talking God,” is a particularly special sort of Yeii who can speak to a man and teach him how to live … Read more

The clown is a symbol of happiness, good times, and it can also represent the harvest. “Mud Head,” the most well-known clown, is the most popular.

The morning star, known to most Pueblo tribes as Kachina, is a symbol of bravery and spiritual purity.

The Thunderbird is a mythical Native American creature that rules over all natural activities. It represents divine dominion, protection, provision, strength, authority, and an unbreakable spirit. Plains Indians, as well as tribes in the Pacific Northwest and Northeast, use this cross-cultural emblem, albeit the meaning varies depending on the group. The Thunderbird was seen to … Read more