The Seven Sacred Laws

[Lori Anne]

The Seven Sacred Laws

The Seven Sacred Laws are important teachings in indigenous culture. These teachings honour spiritual law and bring us back to our connection to the land. The Seven Sacred Laws are represented by seven animals. Each animal offers a special gift and understanding of how we as people should live our lives on Mother Earth.

Eagle LOVE

Always act in love.  Love the Creator.  Love the Earth.  Love yourself, your family, and your fellow human beings.
   Eagle
Buffalo    


Buffalo RESPECT

Respect all life on Mother Earth, respect Elders and people of all races.

Bear COURAGE

Listen to your heart, it takes courage to do what is right.
   Bear
Sabe    

Sabe (Bigfoot) HONESTY

Never lie or gossip, be honest with yourself and others.  Speak from your heart.  Be true to your word.

Beaver WISDOM

Everyone has a special gift, show wisdom by using your gift.
   Beaver
Wolf    

Wolf HUMILITY

Think of others before yourself, humble yourself to the Great Spirit by being thankful.

Turtle TRUTH

Always seek truth, living the truth is living the Seven Teachings.
   Turtle

Teachings interpreted by Dave Courchene, Turtle Lodge
Original Art by Henry Guimond
Graphic Design by Andrea Gutsche
Images Owned & Copyrighted by Turtle Lodge

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a pure soul can still learn by heart: the original law has been genuine, and the brave is ascended by it.

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