When it comes to the history of symbolism in bears, there is a vast variety of different meanings. There are many different types of breeds of the bear, such as the grizzly, black bear, polar bear, and the Kodiak bear. The bear is considered one of the top symbolic animals in the world. The bear is very symbolic to the Native Americans and it is believed to hold special powers. Many North American tribes thought highly of the bear, especially the Sioux Indians and the Pueblo. Some tribes even considered the bear to be a sacred animal with the power of healing. Since there is so many different breeds, in tattoo terms, it gives you a variety of options to think about.
The bear plays both sides of the fence per say when it comes to symbolism. For example, the bear can be represented as a gentle, noble creature, but it can also be portrayed as a fierce animal. When it comes to tattoos, this is something you may want to consider. Two people can have the same tattoo, but it can represent opposite meanings. Due to this diversity, the bear has symbolized good and bad throughout history. The Celts and other European cultures viewed the bear as a symbol of warfare. The Celts and Germans also used the bear to represent bravery. Christians viewed the bear as a symbol of evil influence and cruelty through the Old testament. This meaning has changed over the years though. In modern times, Christians view the bear as a symbol of resurrection.
As I mentioned earlier, the bear was a symbol of many native tribes in North America. The bear is more symbol to Native Americans then any other civilization. The Pueblo Indians thought highly of the bear. They believed the bear had the power to heal. They used the bear to represent hunting, healing, and battle. The Sioux Indians were also commonly associated with the bear. To the Sioux, the bear represents the power of the wind. It represented whirlwinds, which were used to confuse enemy tribes and other enemies. The Sioux also believed that the bear had curing powers and the ability to locate things.
For many native tribes, the bear represented their self-image, self-reflection. Many American Indians believed the bear was symbolic to their need to use silence to hear the voice of the higher self. The bear represented both female and male powers. It is one of the few symbols that is associated to men and women. The feminine side represented their powers associated with the earth and creativity. The masculine side represented the powers of strength, courage, persistence, invulnerability, and observation. Some cultures believed that bears were once people who formed their own spiritual tribe.
The bear has been symbolized and portrayed in cultures for centuries. The bear tattoo has many meanings and due to its diverse background, it really makes for an interesting tattoo. Natives from Alaska may use the bear tattoo to symbolize the fact that they live in Alaska. In this case, the grizzly is the most common breed. Someone from Kentucky may choose the black bear tattoo. Geographic location does play a part in bear tattoos.
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