Navajo
What is the meaning of the bear paw, it is on a great deal of jewelry. Thank you,
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happy2
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SisterSpin
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In Native American art, the use of the bear depicts a connection with the bear. Bears are revered for both their gentleness and fierceness. A mother bear would fight to protect her cubs, she could also be gentle and quiet. The mother bear was also as good a hunter as the Indians. The brown bear stands for courage, strength, protection and life.