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Many popular legends and cultures make use of the bear as a symbol for their traditions. Bears are extremely adaptable and resourceful when it comes to finding food and shelter, and have many characteristics similar to humans.
The bear is a ferocious predator, strong and powerful. Female bears have a maternal protection instinct that is to be admired. A bear tattoo indicates that the wearer is trying to invoke some of the many characteristics of this animal.
Many indigenous tribes revere the bear, for its wisdom and supposed healing powers. The Celts thought that the bear was a great warrior and it symbolically stood for primal power, while many early people actually believed that they descended from this brave, strong animal.
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