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In many North American Indian tribes the eagle is the messenger to the Creator, and to possess a feather means to honor the Creator in the highest and most humble way<ref>http://www.muiniskw.org/pgLegacy06_EagleFeather.htm</ref>. It is also a symbol of bravery, and only awarded after a victory against an enemy has been won, and the tale told to the tribal elders afterwards<ref>http://www.muiniskw.org/pgLegacy06_EagleFeather.htm</ref>.
In many North American Indian tribes the eagle is the messenger to the Creator, and to possess a feather means to honor the Creator in the highest and most humble way<ref>http://www.muiniskw.org/pgLegacy06_EagleFeather.htm</ref>. It is also a symbol of bravery, and only awarded after a victory against an enemy has been won, and the tale told to the tribal elders afterwards<ref>http://www.muiniskw.org/pgLegacy06_EagleFeather.htm</ref>.
Because of its status (specifically the bald eagle) as the national bird of the United States, it is a popular mascot for high school sports teams. This is especially true within Christian schools due to the eagle being referenced in Isaiah 40:31 as a symbol of the Lord renewing one's strength.
== Species of eagle ==
== Species of eagle ==