Shamanic Animal Totem Articles

The Bee Totem

The tiny Bee Totem is very well respected in the human world. They are the makers of Honey which nourishes and feeds us and adds sweetness to our lives. Mead or Honey wine is the Ambrosia of the Gods and as many romantic connotations. There are many legends and fold lore stories surrounding the Bee.…

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The Bear Totem

The Bear Totem has many myths and legends surrounding it. They have played an enormous role in the Native American Indian culture and their skins were often used for protection from the cold in the form of coats and blankets; their claws were used for making jewelry and necklaces and their heads provided masks for…

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The Orangutan or Ape Totem

  The Orangutan, also known as one of the Great Apes is the most human like of their species. The Orangutan or Ape is startlingly similar in anatomy, physiology and behavior. They are problem solvers, advanced tool users, and display a high level of intelligence. Their bodies are very strong and agile. They are mostly…

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The Dove Totem

The skies will never see a more peaceful and graceful creature than the Dove totem. This animal has been respected and revered throughout the ages by ancient and modern Indian tribes and their Shaman. These tribes who are so connected to the elements and the Earth understand the true influence these creatures’ posses. They are…

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The Chameleon Totem

The Chameleon Totems are the symbols of change and new beginnings. The Chameleon is also a master of disguise and can blend into any background or environment it encounters. Their skins will alter their color from green to brown and shades in between to hide from predators, to reflect their temperature and also their moods.…

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The Eel Totem

Eel Totem are masters of disguise and their camouflage makes them very elusive creatures. There is still a great deal of mystery surrounding the Eel. Not much is known about their reproductive habits. Eels migrate in the autumn and they have been difficult to track in the wild. They are nocturnal and prefer to hunt…

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The Frog Totem

The Frog Totem indicates metamorphoses and new directions in life. Frogs are often symbolized with a gold coin in their mouths signifying good luck and the energy of increased wealth. Shamans felt that Frogs could make the quick and effortless leap from one stage of consciousness to another, thus they were a symbol of magic…

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The Spider Totem

The Spider Totem The spider is the weaver of magic. There is much myth, legend and lore associated with this small and interesting creature. Nearly every culture, continent and tribe has some lore associated with the spider. They are said to be everything from the creators of the universe to the givers of the alphabet…

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The Porcupine Totem

The Porcupine Totem The Porcupine is a good natured animal and are known to have a sweet childlike disposition. They carry their defense around with them in the form of sharp quills that cover their bodies. The quills do not shoot or fly from the Porcupine, but rather they release themselves only when the animal…

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Animal Totem Information

We have done considerable research into the theory of animal totems, and with the help of another spiritualist, have written many articles on animal totems. We use these articles to provide information to clients on our product pages. Some of the animal totem virtues mentioned on product pages are there as guidelines to inspire the…

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