Turtle Island Legend
Turtle Island Legend |
Legend tells that after the “Great Flood” the New Earth was re-built on the turtle’s back using earth that only the muskrat could gather from the bottom of the remaining floodwaters. In many North American regions our “New Earth” is traditionally referred to as “Turtle Island” in memory of this legend.
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Turtles |
According to a Navajo artist, turtle is the symbol of longevity and eternal life. Unhurried and wise, she carries the world upon her back. She symbolizes the three worlds of creation: water, air and land. She also tells the ancient legends of old.
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The information listed above comes from some of the Native American and First Nation companies and artists we buy from. Please note that different tribes practice different beliefs and ceremonies or may have different versions of legends. We have listed the version most commonly communicated to us.