THREAD: The Whirling Log is the equivalent of the Swastika among Native Americans and First Nation people. Here is an early 20th century drum used by the Pueblo people containing the Whirling Log symbols. Why did many (sadly) stop using it? 1/n 
Whirling Log is a very sacred symbol for these indigenous communities. A good article describing the importance (note to read “Whirling Log” where the word “Swastika” is used because Swastika is a Sanskrit word used by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains only. 2/n adobegallery.com/art/rare-zia-s…
Unfortunately, due to continued misunderstanding about their sacred symbols, these communities face opposition even for celebrating their art. Something that Hindus, Buddhists and Jains can empathize with. 3/n sltrib.com/news/2017/08/2…
Sadly, in 1940, Native American communities made a declaration to stop using their sacred symbol because they were told (wrongly) that it has been misappropriated by Nazis. Imagine this happening to our communities! A great example of western hegemony. 4/n newspapers.com/clip/36417593/…
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