in the medicine bag, why is the pouch referred to as a medicine bag?

The pouch is referred to as a "medicine bag" because it holds sacred or special items that provide protection, guidance, and spiritual significance to the wearer. These items often include traditional medicines like tobacco, sage, cedar, and sweet grass in Indigenous cultures, symbolizing personal well-being, connection to spirituality, and community identity. The medicine bag serves as a deeply spiritual and sacred item, containing objects that are believed to protect and guide the owner through life’s challenges and ceremonies. This personal and religious significance is why the pouch is called a medicine bag rather than just a simple pouch.