THE ELK:To native Americans an elk tooth represented long life. In ancient sites in Lithuania and Northwestern Russia, staffs have been discovered with either elk doe heads or elk antlers on them. Similar staffs have been found among ancient grave goods. To both Native Americans and Siberian people, the elk symbolizes the strength of the warrior, supernatural power, and, strangely enough, the whirlwind. Magickal AttributesStamina, strength, speed, sensual passion.Like the elk herds, that for most of the year stay with their own sex, honor those of your gender. Developing strength and stamina to get a job done. Learning to pace yourself instead of pushing too hard and losing energy in a short time. ChantMajestic forest king with antlers high,Mighty strength belongs to you. Fill my mind with common sense To do the things that I must do. Lead me in paths of quiet calm Where I connect with other minds, Whose souls, like mine, yearn for the Truth And worship higher powers divine. Where paths to spirit are unique To every woman and each man, And all respect each person's way Of following an unvoiced plan. |