The Last Supper, one of the most celebrated masterpieces in art history, was painted by Leonardo da Vinci between 1495 and 1498. The painting was commissioned by Ludovico Sforza, Duke of Milan. This iconic work was intended to decorate the refectory wall of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan, Italy. The painting […]
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Feathers in general represent a strong symbol in Native American culture, especially the eagle feather. There are many reasons why the eagle feather is very important to the Native American people. Here are the top 4 roles the eagle feather plays in the lives of Native Americans. Role 1 – Prayer The eagle is known
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To Native American people the drum is the heartbeat of mother earth, in other words the sound of the drum is like that of a beating heart. The drum became essential to the spiritual and social lives and is intended to communicate with the gods. Types of Native American Drums Over the centuries many different
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Native American shields are divided into two categories: war shields and medicine shields. The Medicine Shield In addition to war shields, Native American warriors also carried spiritual shields, often attached to the side of their horse in battle. These were designed to protect the warrior in the spiritual realm. They believed these shields had supernatural
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Disclaimer: Although this article is about modern-day shamanic practitioners, the owners of Southwest Arts and Design do not necessarily approve of their practices and treatment. This is for informational purposes only. The word, “shaman” did not originate with Native Americans, although there is a high association with many Native American tribes. Shaman is a Mongolian
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The wolf is a powerful symbol in Native American culture. Wolves represent strength, intelligence, and leadership, which are traits Native Americans have revered for centuries. Wolf Traits Wolves are featured prominently in the mythology in just about every Native American tribe. There are several reasons for this. Native Americans emulate what the wolves do. The
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