Buffalo / Goat Hide for drum/rattle making

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Buffalo medicine includes manifestation, protection, earth creativity, feminine courage, abundance, knowledge, generosity, hospitality, sharing work, courage, strength, challenge, survival, giving for the greater good, formulating beneficial plans.

Buffalo will assist you in establishing a deep connection with Mother Earth, Father Sky and Grandmother Moon. 

The story of the White Buffalo Woman originates from the Lakota people, she taught them that all things are inter connected and that it is not necessary to struggle to have abundance. The one thing that is necessary, however, is to be connected with Spirit. Buffalo’s relationship to the Native American People of the USA highlights these lessons. Every part of this animal was used, right down to the hooves, which were used to make glue. Buffalo gave others the gift of life by sacrificing its own. Food and hides for clothing and shelter were provided. Prior to a buffalo hunt, prayers of gratitude were offered up to great spirit by the tribes. Post hunt, ceremonies were performed that honoured the buffalo’s spirit. Without the buffalo these tribes would not have survived the harsh winters. This is just one lesson of abundance – use whatever resources are available.

Goat symbolism is letting you know that this is a time to begin new climbs and new endeavours. Plan your course and take your time. In other words, look closely at what is ahead so that you can be surefooted along your path. Mountain Goat meaning is also be letting you know that it is time to stretch yourself. Therefore,  reach for new and higher goals.

Goat symbolises trusting your ability to land on your feet. Having faith in yourself and your skills is a potent tool that is available to you at all times, move forward one step at a time. The ‘sky is the limit.’  In other words, allow yourself to reach for lofty goals. The only one stopping you is yourself, believe in your power and move forward with your life.