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In the instance of the Lightning this was a common symbol that was painted on the face of an Indian, as in war paint, as seen in the picture on this page. |
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The meaning of the Lightning symbol represented lightning which was believed to add power and speed to the warrior. Lightning and the zig-zag symbol, painted in red, is also associated with the legendary Thunderbird. The Thunderbird is a powerful spirit in the form of a supernatural bird from which lightning flashed from its beak and its eyes. Lightening represents the punishment of humans from the Gods a sign of a terrible event - refer to the Hopi Prophecy. |
| Native Indian Symbol |
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| Native Indian Tribes Index |
First Published2016-04-19 | ||
Updated 2018-01-01 | Publisher Siteseen Limited | |
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