Los Indios De Las Augas/ The Indians of the Waters

These Indians are the fabulous beings who inhabit caves. Be they the submerged caves of rivers and lakes or inside the mountain caves. It is said that these were groups of escaped Taino Indians who kept up their old traditions and ways. In order to do this they had to stay hidden. These Indians are said to be very beautiful, especially the woman, because of her dark eyes, smooth black hair, and cinnamon colored skin. These beautiful women leave the waters on the nights of the full moon to detangle their long hair with gold combs.


Some say they do not bother people and are quite generous. They share their knowledge of natural medicines and possess old and powerful magic. Others say that they are dangerous and fear to bathe in deep waters and unknown areas. Some say the indios de las aguas leave their caves to look for the men who may wander near. These men are taken to their caverns never to be seen again. The children are warned not to sneak off to the "Pools of the Indians" because they may be taken by these Indians also never to be seen again.

Native American Prayer

Oh Great Spirit,
whose voice I hear in the winds,
and whose breath gives life to all the world
-hear me-

I come before you, one of your children.
I am small and weak.
I need your strength and wisdom.
Let me walk in beauty and make my eyes ever
behold the red and purple sunset.

Make my hands respect the things you have made,
my ears sharp to hear your voice.
Make me wise, so that I may know the things
you have taught my People,
the lesson you have hidden in every leaf and rock.

I seek strength not to be superior to my brothers,
but to be able to fight my greatest enemy, myself.
Make me ever ready to come to you,
with clean hands and straight eyes,
so when life fades as a fading sunset,
my spirit may come to you without shame.

About Native American Astrology

Animals play an integral role in Native American culture in two very significant ways; they believe that their creator speaks to them through animals and that animals are considered their brothers and sisters. These roles translate to Native American astrology. This centuries old system includes an animal, element, plant, stone, clan and color, all determined by the date in which you were born. Just as with other types of astrology, Native American astrological signs are based on your birth date and dictate the other signs with which you are most compatible, your general personality traits and birthstones.

The Native American Astrological Signs
Browse through the following table to discover your Native American astrological sign. Keep in mind that some information does vary slightly depending on the source and the Native American tribe. The information given below is compiled from the websites Earth Astrology and The Spirit Project.

The Goose: December 22 to January 19
•Element – Earth and air
•Stone – Quartz or peridot
•Colors – White and silver
•Personality traits – Serious and reliable
•Compatible with – Beaver, brown bear and raven
•Western zodiac sign - Capricorn





The Otter: January 20 to February 18
•Element – Air
•Stone/Mineral – Silver or turquoise
•Colors – Silver
•Personality traits – Independent and friendly
•Compatible with – Raven, falcon and deer
•Western zodiac sign – Aquarius
The Cougar or Wolf: February 19 to March 20
•Element – Air and water
•Stone/Mineral – Jade or turquoise
•Colors – Blue-green
•Personality traits – Gentle and generous
•Compatible with – Woodpecker, brown bear and snake
•Western zodiac sign – Pisces

Brown bearThe Falcon or Red Hawk: March 21 to April 19
•Element – Fire
•Stone/Mineral – Opal
•Colors – Yellow or green
•Personality traits – Powerful and spontaneous
•Compatible with – Salmon or owl
•Western zodiac sign – Aries
The Beaver: March 20 to May 20
•Element – Fire and air
•Stone/Mineral – Hematite, jasper
•Colors – Yellow or blue
•Personality traits – Stubborn and methodical
•Compatible with – Woodpecker, brown bear or goose
•Western zodiac sign – Taurus
The Deer or Elk: May 21 to June 20
•Element – Earth and fire
•Stone/Mineral – Agate
•Colors – Yellow or blue
•Personality traits – Moody, good communicator
•Compatible with – Raven or otter
•Western zodiac sign – Gemini
The Woodpecker: June 21 to July 19
•Element – Water
•Stone/Mineral – Rose quartz and carnelian
•Colors – Pink
•Personality traits – Sympathetic and protective
•Compatible with – Snake, wolf and beaver
•Western zodiac sign – Cancer
The Salmon: July 20 to August 21
•Element – Water and fire
•Stone/Mineral – Carnelian
•Colors – Red
•Personality traits – Proud and confident
•Compatible with – Owl and falcon
•Western zodiac sign –Leo
The Brown Bear: August 22 to September 21
•Element – Water and Earth
•Stone/Mineral – Topaz
•Colors – Brown and purple
•Personality traits – Modest and practical
•Compatible with – Goose and beaver
•Western zodiac sign – Virgo

OwlThe Raven: September 22 to October 22
•Element – Earth and air
•Stone/Mineral – Jasper
•Colors – Blue and brown
•Personality traits – Charming and friendly
•Compatible with – Otter and deer
•Western zodiac sign – Libra
The Snake: October 23 to November 22
•Element – Earth and water
•Stone/Mineral – Amethyst
•Colors – Violet or orange
•Personality traits – Ambitious and impulsive
•Compatible with – Woodpecker and wolf
•Western zodiac sign – Scorpio
The Owl: November 23 to December 21
•Element – Earth and fire
•Stone/Mineral – Obsidian
•Colors – Gold or black
•Personality traits – Adventurous and independent
•Compatible with – Falcon and salmon
•Western zodiac sign – Sagittarius
A Final Word about Native American Astrology
According to Native American spiritual beliefs, it is said that your astrological animal chooses you at birth and possesses the personality traits that you will need throughout your lifetime. Since there are many different Native American tribes in the United States, the information, such as dates, colors and birthstone may vary slightly form tribe to tribe.


Author: SueLynnCarty

The Ten Native American Commandments

1. Remain close to the Great Spirit.

2. Show great respect for your fellow beings.

3. Give assistance and kindness wherever needed.

4. Be truthful and honest at all times.

5. Do what you know to be right.

6. Look after the well being of mind and body.

7. Treat the earth and all that dwell there on with respect.

8. Take full responsibility for your actions.

9. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater good.

10. Work together for the benefit of all man kind.