The Eagle: Symbolism

[fireopal]

Hey guys,
I'm trying to collect some information on the Eagle, and what it symbolizes in Native culture.
From my understanding, the Eagle is said to fly higher than other birds; giving it a different perspective and a closer connection to the Great Spirit.
I'm assuming its significance may vary from tribe to tribe, so I would like to get as many perspectives and details as I can.
Any stories, associated characteristics and additional info on the symbolic value pertaining to the Eagle would be of great value! And if you would, please fill me in on what tribe/region you are from.
Thank you!

[rebelyell08_PREV (deleted)]

`I am not sure about eagle..but I knew a guy who almost hit an owl, he said, while thinking of me and said he knew that should've been a "bad sign"..whatever.

It would be nice to know though..hope someone here has helpful info. on that for you!

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` Most all Native American Indian Peoples attach special significance to the Eagle and its feathers. Images of eagles and their feathers are used on many tribal logos as symbols of the Native American Indian. To be given an Eagle feather is the highest honor that can be awarded within indigenous cultures.

Both Bald and Golden Eagles (and their feathers) are highly revered and considered sacred within American Indian traditions, culture and religion. They are honored with great care and shown the deepest respect. They represent honesty, truth, majesty, strength, courage, wisdom, power and freedom. As they roam the sky, they are believed to have a special connection to God.

According to traditional American Indian beliefs, the Creator made all the birds of the sky when the World was new. Of all the birds, the Creator chose the Eagle to be the leader... the Master of the Sky.

The Eagle flies higher and sees better than any other bird. Therefore, its perspective is different from other creations that are held close to the Earth, and it is closer to the Creator. The Creator also has a different perspective of what occurs below in this world of physical things in which humankind resides. The Eagle spends more time in the higher element of Father Sky than other birds, and Father Sky is an element of the Spirit.

The Eagle is considered to be a messenger to God. It was given the honor of carrying the prayers of man between the World of Earth and the World of Spirit, where the Creator and grandfathers reside. To wear or hold an Eagle feather causes the Creator to take immediate notice. With the Eagle feather, the Creator is honored in the highest way.

The wings of an Eagle represent the balance needed between male and female, each one dependent upon the strengths and abilities of the other.

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