Nieto,
Zuni - Sterling Silver | |||||||||||||
Zuni snake pendant with two turquoise stones and turquoise eyes. Swinging bail.
| Nieto,
Zuni - Sterling Silver | ||||||||||||
The Snake Symbol in Indian LoreThe snake in some Native American tribes is considered to represent the same properties as lightning or the lightning arrow. They often have a similar visual form. The snake does not symbolize anything negative or treacherous. Rather, the snake represents abundant rainfall and fertility. Other tribes use the snake as a healing image or for swiftness in battle. Here in Colorado we live with snakes - they are part of the landscape and ecosystem. Since our climate is semi-arid, we welcome the abundant rainfall the snake might bring. |