What does the feather on the dream catcher represent?

Answer 1

The feather or feathers on a dream catcher may be simply decorative. In some stories, the feathers serve as a way for good dreams to drip down into the dreamer's mind. In other mythology, feathers can represent messages from the spirits or divine beings. Unfortunately, much of the traditional meaning of the dream catcher has been lost or invented by marketing for tourists and New Age enthusiasts.

Here's a quick list, there are others and most are specific to the belief system of the person making them.

Crane -wisdom/knowledge

Dove - offer love

Eagle - protection

Hawk - Protection

Owl - instill wisdom

Swallow - good luck

Wren - safe voyage

The traditional dream catchers did not have feather nor beads.. They were small and plain. People became interested in the culture in the 60-70's and added these to them.

Often times, owl feathers are used for dream catchers that are meant to protect a female. Owl feathers are considered a woman's feather. It also represents wisdom, which is a characteristic highly valued among Native Americans.

Eagle feathers are then used for dream catchers that are meant to protect a male. They are considered a man's father. Eagle feathers stand for bravery and courage; characteristics desired among Native American males.

Answer 2

Here's a quick list, there are others and most are specific to the belief system of the person making them.

Crane -wisdom/knowledge

Dove - offer love

Eagle - protection

Hawk - Protection

Owl - instill wisdom

Swallow - good luck\Wren - safe voyage

The traditional dream catchers did not have feather nor beads.. They were small and plain. People became interested in the culture in the 60-70's and added these to them.

Oftentimes, owl feathers are used for dream catchers that are meant to protect a female. Owl feathers are considered a woman's feather. It also represents wisdom, which is a characteristic highly valued among Native Americans.

Eagle feathers are then used for dream catchers that are meant to protect a male. They are considered a man's father. Eagle feathers stand for bravery and courage; characteristics desired among Native American males

Answer 3

Different feathers have different meanings.

For example:

Crane is for wisdom

Dove is for love

Hawk s for protection

Ostrich is for truth

Swallow is for good luck

Wren is for safe voyage.