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The bear was thought to possess diplomacy equal to its great strength and it is the emblem of ferocity in the protection of kindred. A bear is also a symbol of healing and personal health, strength and bravery. Bears are often in the arms of names that sound somewhat like the animal such as Baring and Barnes. The bear is usually muzzled but not always. Bears’ paws are also often found as crests or symbols on shields.Copyright © 2000 - 2009 Swyrich Corporation, all rights reserved



