The Importance Of Totem Poles

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Totem Poles are a lot more important Then a pretty log. They can do everything from mark a lake to end a possible war. Totem poles are also carved mainly out of large trees such as the western red Ceader. Totem Poles can even tell a story. And the stories change with the log. They respect and represent the beliefs' of the clan. They can be plants people or animals. But NEVER gods to be worshipped. They can also be placed in front of a home if the family wants to proudly display this social status.
There is also a shame pole. This pole is meant to embarrass or shame someone. Oh by the way only important people got a pole. They were not about to use a log on a peasant.

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What is the point of a shame pole?

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