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The origin of the Cross symbol derives from the ancient Mississippian culture of the Mound Builders of North America and were major elements in the Southeastern Ceremonial Complex of American prehistory (S.E.C.C.). Some of the Native Indian tribes still retain some elements of the Mississippi culture and the symbolism of Cross. Their sacred rites, myths and symbols and are presumed to descend from the Mississippians. The simple shape of the cross sign was easy to depict on any raw materials such as rock, stone, wood, shell and animal hides and it was often combined with other symbols to create different meanings. We have detailed some of the ancient meanings of the cross symbol used by the indigenous population of North America. |
The Meaning of the Broken Cross Symbol to the Native Americans - the Swastika
The broken cross symbol or the Swastika, is commonly known as the "whirling log" to many Native Indians, though the literal meaning in the Navajo language "that which revolves". Cross Symbols on Native American Rock Paintings |
The Meaning of the Cross Symbol to the Native Americans - the Solar Cross The individual elements of Air, Fire, Water and Earth are each represented by a circle. |
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Air | Fire |
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Water | Earth |
The elements are the four great primary forces, or the Sacred Four, emanating from the Creator and these are depicted in the 'Solar Cross' representing the first four tribes of mankind which came to the world to keep balance. The Meaning of other Cross Symbols to the Native Americans |
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These additional cross symbols also symbolize the the Four Great Primary Forces and their interaction with the sun. |
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First Published2016-04-19 | ||
Updated 2018-01-01 | Publisher Siteseen Limited | |
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