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101 fossil Native American Fossils are considered sacred in Native American culture and are seen as a connection to ancestral spirits and the natural world. 1
102 gift giving Native American Traditional Native American cultures prioritize communal sharing and reciprocity over gift giving. 1
103 harvesting wild rice Native American Harvesting wild rice is a traditional and culturally important practice for Native American tribes and indigenous communities in Canada. 1
104 holistic health Native American Native American culture values holistic health, which integrates physical, mental, and spiritual aspects and emphasizes interconnectedness with all living beings and the natural world. 1
105 holy days Native American The Sun Dance is a sacred and holy ceremony practiced by various Native American tribes, involving prayer, fasting, and dance. 1
106 hot spring Native American Hot springs hold spiritual significance for Native Americans, used in purification rituals and healing ceremonies. 1
107 human heart Native American In Native American culture, the human heart is seen as a symbol of guidance, compassion, and connection to nature. 1
108 initiation Native American Native American initiation ceremonies are significant rituals for youth, deeply connected to cultural and spiritual traditions. 1
109 labyrinth Native American The labyrinth is a symbol of spiritual journey and transformation in Native American myths and traditions. 1
110 lake mead Native American Lake Mead holds spiritual significance for local Native American tribes. 1
111 mayflower Native American The Mayflower represents the arrival of European colonizers and their impact on indigenous Native American cultures. 1
112 medicinal plants Native American Native American culture has a tradition of using medicinal plants for spiritual rituals and healing physical and mental health conditions. 1
113 mesa Native American Mesas are sacred and integral to religious and cultural ceremonies in Native American cultures. 1
114 navajo rug Native American Navajo rugs are highly valued, handmade textiles within Native American culture, often used for storytelling and ceremonial purposes. 1
115 nebraska sandhills landscape Native American The Nebraska Sandhills landscape holds sacred and historical significance for Native American tribes. 1
116 non-violence Native American Non-violence is a core principle in traditional Native American cultures and modern pacifist communities. 1
117 nudity Native American Nudity in some Native American cultures was non-sexual and natural, often used in communal bathing and spiritual ceremonies. 1
118 octopus Native American The octopus is traditionally revered by Native American culture as a symbol of intelligence and resourcefulness, depicted in folklore and artwork. 1
119 petroglyphs Native American Petroglyphs are sacred artworks of spiritual and historical significance in Native American culture. 1
120 prayer ties Native American Native American prayer ties are used in rituals and ceremonies. 1
121 raptor Native American Native American culture reveres raptors as sacred animals that play a central role in tribal folklore and ceremonies. 1
122 rock art Native American Rock art was frequently utilized by Native American cultures for the purposes of storytelling and spiritual communication. 1
123 sacred dances Native American Native American sacred dances are an integral part of spiritual ceremonies and cultural traditions. 1
124 sand painting Native American Sand painting is an important traditional art form in Native American culture with spiritual significance. 1
125 thanksgiving Native American Thanksgiving is not historically celebrated by Native American culture and is viewed as a commemoration of colonization, loss, and cultural disruption. 1
126 tumbleweed Native American Tumbleweed symbolizes resilience and adaptability in Native American folktales and oral traditions. 1
127 unclean animals Native American In Native American culture, certain snakes and reptiles are venerated and considered sacred despite being unclean animals. 1
128 use of herbs for healing Native American Native American culture incorporates herbal remedies as a significant part of traditional healing and spiritual practices. 1
129 vision quest Native American The vision quest is a traditional rite of passage and spiritual journey for Native American tribes. 1
130 wakȟáŋ tȟáŋka (great spirit) Native American The great spirit, Wakȟáŋ Tȟáŋka, is revered and respected in Native American spiritual practices and ceremonies. 1
131 war bonnet Native American The war bonnet is a symbol of honor and respect in many Native American tribes. 1
132 warriors Native American Native American warriors embody principles of bravery, honor, and protection based in spiritual beliefs and traditions. 1
133 woodland Native American Woodlands are important sacred spaces in Native American culture, used for spiritual practices and ceremonies. 1