it wasnt exactly used it was more worn but it was said that an indian would go Into the Woods and starve until he made a connection with nature and had a special dream or vision that helpped him find out what his fate would be or future and then he would gather something that sybolizes his dream and he would put it in the medicine bab with some sacred sage and he would not let it open until his son was ready and then it would be passed down to them who would do the exact same thing
The Sioux word for cattail is "sápa." Cattails are significant in Sioux culture and are often used for various purposes, including crafting and traditional medicine. The terminology reflects the deep connection between the Sioux people and their natural environment.
The two major symbols were the medicine wheel and the buffalo. I used this website as a resource for my research paper on Sioux Religious symbols. http://siouxpoet.tripod.com/id14.html
sitting bull
he has a beard , a heart shaped face , and he gives away medicine
Sitting Bull
Sitting Bull
Yes, the beads on a medicine pouch often hold significant meaning in various indigenous cultures. They can symbolize protection, healing, and the spiritual journey of the wearer. The colors, shapes, and arrangement of the beads may also convey specific messages or represent personal or cultural stories. Overall, the beads enhance the pouch's spiritual and cultural significance.
It is individual depending upon what animal came to them during their vision quest.
This was not a weapon the Sioux used.
the Sioux used leaders called medicin men
they use their pouch to hold fish in it. like in many cartoons pelicans use their pouch for holding things such as rocks,books,tools,etc.
to carry baby animals