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For Native Americans, their
beliefs and ceremonies are an integral and impeccable aspect of their existence.
For them all creatures are kin (two legged, four legged, winged, and finned);
everything in nature is imbued with Spirit; and guardian spirits empower, teach,
guide, and assist everyone.
To numerous North American
tribes, the Eagle Staff is a significant symbol of reverence for all of life and for the Creator. The Eagle Staff depicts the
supernatural "Thunderbird Spirits" who look after the physical world
populace. The qualities of vision, vigor, swiftness, dignity, and benevolence
are embodied by the eagle.
All people are related and all things connected in the mystery of
Great Spirit. All beings are sacred and worthy of respect and to be treated with reverence and
dignity.
The Clan that one is a
member of has profound meaning which impacts all areas of one's life (vocation,
marriage, responsibilities, duties, and familial and societal relationships).
Each person belongs to a clan which is represented by a Totem Animal... Continue on
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