OMA Dream Catcher - Black Suede with Tiger Eye Stone Traditional Dream Catcher Decor - Hand Crafted Large Size - 28" Long x 9" Diameter
Dream Catcher

In a few of American Indian cultures, a dreamcatcher is a handmade wooden hoop on which is woven a net or webbing.

The dream catcher might also include revered things such as :

The symbol of the Arrowhead

The arrowhead is the pointed suggestion of the arrow, utilized to deal the final blow to a predator or an enemy. However, for Native Americans, arrowheads are not simply a weapon but are likewise used as a necklace or a talisman that can protect the user against any evil spirits. That's why it is likewise considered an important sign separate from the real arrow itself. It symbolizes protection, defense, and awareness. The majority of arrowhead trinkets are made out of bone, stone, precious gems, and metal.

The symbol regarding the Butterfly

While the butterfly is not as crucial as bears are to Native Americans, it is still one highly regarded sign since butterflies are thought to be messengers from the spirit world. Depending on the color of the butterfly, the message brought by these animals might be a sign of good fortune or a bad prophecy. Here are simply a few of the significance behind butterfly colors as believed by the Native American individuals.

The symbology of the Coyote

For Native American, the Coyote is said to be the trickster spirit. The significance of the coyote sign is evident in its wide usage particularly for southwestern Native American people like the Zuni and Navajo. While the Coyote is considered as an effective and sacred animal it is often portrayed as a naughty being, which is why it's associated with selfishness, greed, and deceit.

The symbol regarding the Kokopelli

Kokopelli is the name of a Native American divine being connected to fertility. It is often depicted as a stooped, dancing man playing a flute, and typically includes a large phallus. The Kokopelli is a symbol of human and plant fertility however it is also connected to mischief like the coyote because of its aloof nature.

The sign regarding the Eye of the Medicine Man/ Shaman Eye

The shaman eye or the eye of the Medicine Man can be explained in three parts. First, the outer rhombus is believed to be the real world or the world of the common man. The inner rhombus on the other hand represents the spiritual world just visible to the Shamans. The center dot represents the eye of the Shaman itself which generally suggests that those with the eye of a Medicine Man can clearly look not just at the physical world but at the spiritual world, too. This is the reason why Native American shamans can carry out spiritual acts like recovery and rituals.

The sign regarding the Thunderbird

The thunderbird is the most essential mythical bird for the Native American tribes. This majestic bird takes its name from the belief that it is strong enough to make thunderous noises whenever it flaps its wings. The Native Americans also thought that thunderbirds could shoot lightning from their eyes. The thunderbird can be a prophecy of war and the sign of splendor and strength.