The Wolf in Native American Culture

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 wolf only kills and eats what it needs. If there is any food left over, it is left behind for other animals to feast on.

The elder wolves eat first. They always take care of the older animals.

The wolf is also a protector of its land and territory and will defend it.

The wolf has great courage and is very loyal.

The wolf pack represents a strong family unit.

This is why wolves are considered closely related to humans. Some Native American tribes believe their early ancestors were transformed from wolves into men.

Spiritual Beings

Many tribes believe wolves are spiritual beings that can communicate with the gods and can impart special powers. These animals are allies and will always be by your side, ready to assist you when you need them.

You must trust that the wolf will bring you energy, medicine, and strength. They also enable you to focus on home and family, traits that are very important to wolves.

Wolf Misconceptions

The common belief that wolves are vicious animals are untrue. At their core, wolves are peaceful animals and will go out of their way to avoid fights. But, they will fight to the death to protect their pack. Because of these traits, the wolf can help bring balance into the lives of Native Americans.

Allow your Psychic Power to Increase

Native American tribes believe you should stay open to your intuitive nature and allow your personal psychic power to increase. Wolf medicine gives the gift of true seeing, having instincts about the past, present, and future. They believe you need to listen to the messages from the great spirit in dreams or on the wind.

The great spirit will tell you to be vigilant watching for people or situations which could bring danger to your inner circle. You will never hesitate to do all you can to ensure the safety of your love ones.

Wolf as Your Power Animal

Call on the wolf as your power animal when you want to create an everlasting bond with others. The wolf can help you find a group that will be like family. Just like the wolf, there is a pack out there for you.

Wolf can help you with keen insights in making choices. It’s important to trust that you are worthy of the deepest loyalty and love.

It’s no wonder that with these traditional beliefs, Native Americans hold the wolf in high esteem, considering them sacred and able to guide them between this world and the spirit world.

Native Americans have been studying the amazing wolf animal for centuries and have learned how to keep in harmony with the earth and the spirit world.

At Southwest Arts and Design we have many products with the wolf design. Here are just a few.