Mythology of the Thunderbird
Bird symbols, myths and legends: 34.The Thunderbird symbol (See above) is one of the most iconic Indian signs. The name of the Thunderbird name originates from the belief that the beating of its enormous wings causes thunder and stirs the wind and the sound was viewed by some tribes as an omen of war. The Native Americans believed that the giant Thunderbird could shoot lightning from its eyes. I got this info from HERE
35.The Hawk symbol is closely associated with forces such as rain, wind, thunder, and lightning and sometimes referred to as a 'thunderer', as do many of the bird symbols.
36.Hummingbirds are always depicted in their bird symbols as a mated pair and a symbol of devotion, permanence, eternity and life cycles. 37. Owls were believed to be messengers from beyond the grave and
Owl symbols signified warnings to people who had broken tribal taboos - these bird symbols signified a bad omen.
38.Raven symbols signified that danger has passed and that good luck would follow.
39.Crow symbols meant wisdom, and some tribes thought the crow had the power to talk and thought it to be one of the wisest birds.
40.The Eagle symbolizes courage, wisdom, and strength.
Bird symbols, myths and legends: 34.The Thunderbird symbol (See above) is one of the most iconic Indian signs. The name of the Thunderbird name originates from the belief that the beating of its enormous wings causes thunder and stirs the wind and the sound was viewed by some tribes as an omen of war. The Native Americans believed that the giant Thunderbird could shoot lightning from its eyes. I got this info from HERE
35.The Hawk symbol is closely associated with forces such as rain, wind, thunder, and lightning and sometimes referred to as a 'thunderer', as do many of the bird symbols.
36.Hummingbirds are always depicted in their bird symbols as a mated pair and a symbol of devotion, permanence, eternity and life cycles. 37. Owls were believed to be messengers from beyond the grave and
Owl symbols signified warnings to people who had broken tribal taboos - these bird symbols signified a bad omen.
38.Raven symbols signified that danger has passed and that good luck would follow.
39.Crow symbols meant wisdom, and some tribes thought the crow had the power to talk and thought it to be one of the wisest birds.
40.The Eagle symbolizes courage, wisdom, and strength.