Its significance goes beyond the Lakota; other Native American groups have used these words in logos and printed material. When you see colorful ribbons and streamers on regalia of any tribe or clan -- the four colors of black, red, yellow, and white -- this is the same representation. By reminding us of skin colors of people on this planet, we are to be mindful of our responsibility.

You may also see colors blue (for sky and Grandfather, the Great Spirit) and green (for ground and Earth Mother). These remind us of our relationship to all that is. We are brothers and sisters to all living things; everything we see and experience is sacred and worthy of our respect. Most importantly, it reminds us that we have been created by Grandfather. Just by being, we have importance and significance.