What Is a Wendigo?

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3. Native American Tribes Were Terrified

Civilizations all over the world have different myths, each with different powers and abilities that could be harmful to people. Most people would be afraid of these supposed creatures to a degree, and the Native Americans were so afraid that they held rituals to help keep them away.

The tribes were particularly afraid during harsh winters when times were hard and food was scarce. They would hold rituals intended to keep the wendigo away and also to help encourage people to eat in moderation to help ensure supplies do not run out. According to the tribes at the time the rituals would help, but it was still a creature to be feared.

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