The buffaloes' relationship with Native Americans
The connection between Native Americans and buffalo goes deeper than looking at the bison only as food. Native Americans consider the buffalo as a brother. Buffalo are a part of Native Americans and Native Americans are a part of the buffalo – culturally, materially, and spiritually. “The buffalo provide a deep spiritual connection to the earth and the sky, and they carry heavy burdens of the people” (Native Hope). Buffalo represent unity and strength and are admired and respected in Indigenous cultures. Buffalo have humble spirits and strength that is a reminder to Native Americans to stand up for what they believe in and to continue being resilient.
