| The eagle is symbolic to Native people. We pay much respect to
the eagle and the eagle feather because they unite us with the Spirit World.
There are many interpretations of the thunderbird. We call the eagle
the “thunderbird” because he is the only creature gifted with the ability
to fly high up in the heavens among lighting and thunder. The rays
of the sun shine on the eagle when it flies in the heavens. The sun,
of course, is considered our Brother who has many powers. Because
the eagle is sacred and holy, we must continue to respect the eagle. |
