Native American - Common Symbols Plains Indians
Some examples of common symbols and signs used by Native American Plains Indians:
Sitting Bulls Signature
Meanings of over 50 symbols and signs listed, these can vary based on the specific tribe and context:
- Arrow - Protection
- Broken Arrow - Peace
- Broken Cross Circle - Cycles, Movement, Seasons
- Interconnected Brothers - Unity, Equality, Loyalty
- Buffalo Horns - Success
- Sun - Rebirth
- Clouds - Change, Transformation
- Moon - Growth, Creativity
- Stars - Guidance, Wisdom
- Teepee - Home, Family
- Rain - Abundance, Prosperity
- Thunderbird - Power, Strength
- Bear - Courage, Healing
- Eagle - Wisdom, Spirituality
- Bison - Endurance, Stability
- Elk - Agility, Independence
- Horse - Freedom, Journey
- Antelope - Swiftness, Agility
- Snake - Regeneration, Adaptability
- Spider - Creativity, Resourcefulness
- Geometric Shapes - Balance, Harmony
- Feathers - Freedom, Spirituality
- Dream Catchers - Protection, Good Dreams
- Medicine Wheels - Healing, Balance
- Animal Tracks - Guidance, Pathfinding
- Moccasins - Comfort, Protection
- Tomahawks - Strength, Skill
- Peace Pipes - Harmony, Unity
- Quillwork - Artistry, Craftsmanship
- Beadwork - Beauty, Adornment
- Leatherwork - Durability, Protection
- Cliffs - Strength, Protection
- Caves - Shelter, Sanctuary
- Lakes - Purification, Reflection
- Rivers - Renewal, Life Force
- Waterfalls - Power, Renewal
- Hills - Perspective, Vision
- Trees - Wisdom, Growth
- Forests - Mystery, Spirituality
- Grasslands - Sustenance, Abundance
- Deserts - Survival, Resourcefulness
- Winds - Movement, Change
- Lightning - Power, Energy
- Hail - Cleansing, Renewal
- Snow - Purity, Cleansing
- Fire - Transformation, Purification
- Earth - Grounding, Stability
- Sky - Limitlessness, Spirituality
- Spirits - Guidance, Protection
- Ancestors - Wisdom, Connection
- Elders - Knowledge, Experience
- Chiefs - Leadership, Authority
- Warriors - Strength, Courage
- Healers - Compassion, Service
- Storytellers - Tradition, History
- Dreamers - Vision, Inspiration
- Tricksters - Mischief, Playfulness
- Shamans - Spirituality, Healing
- Ceremonies - Celebration, Tradition
- Dances - Expression, Unity
- Drums - Rhythm, Communication