KEYA, THE TURTLE OF THE THIRTEEN MOONS
The Lakota people observed the changes that occur with each new moon.
The Lakota identified 13 months in a year due to the 13 new moons; Each moon has 28 days from one new moon to the next.
The Lakota people also observed that Keya (the turtle) has 13 large scales on its back and 28 small scales around the shell. Due to these and other natural events, Keya became an important symbol in Lakota society.
The spirit of the Keya represents the guardian of life, longevity and strength. The Keya is also used as a learning tool. It is used with the objects of healing or ceremonial dress. A special turtle is made when a baby is born, it will keep its umbilical cord.
Measures 15×10 cm.
Ceremonials items
Birth Turtle Totem, Native American Lakota
€80.00
The spirit of the Keya represents the guardian of life, longevity and strength. The Keya is also used as a learning tool. It is used with the objects of healing or ceremonial dress. A special turtle is made when a baby is born, it will keep its umbilical cord.
Measures 15×10 cm.
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