Native American Thought

Question 0

Tribal religions

Answer 0

Derived from reverence for life. Spirituality and practicality completely intertwine. Life is affirmed,celebrated, and honored. All life is sacred

Question 1

The great spirit

Answer 1

Source/creator. Not overly personified yet it’s interactive. Sends signals. Provides omens,listens to prayers, grants blessings, oversees and guides yet allows freedom

Question 2

Nature

Answer 2

Nature is evidence of spirit in all dimensions. Ex: trees, animals, lakes, birds

Question 3

Animistic

Answer 3

All things have souls and spirits

Question 4

Master animal

Answer 4

Usually an animals that provides the groups sustenance

Ex: buffalo

Question 5

Animal life

Answer 5

Taken for sustenance and religion. Done with reverence and replaced by acts of hollering. Apologized to spirit and make them understand why

Question 6

Mother Earth

Answer 6

The earth is often seen as the mother, nurturer, and provider. Understand the gift. Humans need to remain close to the earth. Life is rooted in respect,cooperation

Question 7

Medicine man

Answer 7

State attuned to nature, spirit, and it’s ways. Can use herbs, cure, and predict events.
Even if not chosen you still need to live with nature and understand eachother and spirits.

Question 8

Healing techniques

Answer 8

Prairie dog medicine- helps with breathing
Buffalo- used for clothing, food, tools
Badger- prophecy in blood