The Wisdom of the Native Americans

The Wisdom of the Native Americans
Author: Kent Nerburn
Publisher: New World Library
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2010-10-06
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 157731297X

The teachings of the Native Americans provide a connection with the land, the environment, and the simple beauties of life. This collection of writings from revered Native Americans offers timeless, meaningful lessons on living and learning. Taken from writings, orations, and recorded observations of life, this book selects the best of Native American wisdom and distills it to its essence in short, digestible quotes — perhaps even more timely now than when they were first written. In addition to the short passages, this edition includes the complete Soul of an Indian, as well as other writings by Ohiyesa (Charles Alexander Eastman), one of the great interpreters of American Indian thought, and three great speeches by Chiefs Joseph, Seattle, and Red Jacket.

The Wisdom of the Native Americans

The Wisdom of the Native Americans
Author: Kent Nerburn
Publisher: New World Library
Total Pages: 242
Release: 1999
Genre: History
ISBN: 1577310799

This collections of writings by revered Native Americans offers timeless, meaningful lessons and thought-provoking teachings on living and learning.

The Sacred Wisdom of the American Indians

The Sacred Wisdom of the American Indians
Author: Larry J. Zimmerman
Publisher: Paul Watkins
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Indian cosmology
ISBN: 9781780280134

Looks at religion and the social customs of Native Americans of North America, focusing on tribes, territories, spirits, symbols, myths, cosmos, and other topics.

In a Sacred Manner I Live

In a Sacred Manner I Live
Author: Neil Philip
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 104
Release: 2005-10
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780618604838

A collection of Native American speeches and excerpts, from the 17th century to the present day.

Native American Wisdom

Native American Wisdom
Author: Grey Wolf
Publisher: Piatkus Books
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2000
Genre: Indian mythology
ISBN: 9780749920654

The Piatkus Guide to Native American Wisdom is a comprehensive introduction to the beliefs of the native peoples of North America. Grey Wolf grew up within the Lakota community and in this book shares his knowledge of a deeply spiritual way of life. He provides rituals and practical exercises to help you put into practice Native American traditions in your daily life.

Spiritual Wisdom of the Native Americans

Spiritual Wisdom of the Native Americans
Author: John Heinerman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 184
Release: 1989
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN:

The effects of diet, cleansing and purification, herbal remidies, music, morals, behavior, and the surrounding environment are all discussed in the parts they play towrds achieving greater spirtuality. Additionally, a number of characteristics unique only to Native Americans is presented in the hope that other races may learn and benefit from these same excellent qualities. Besides this, an entire section is devoted to the manner in which ancient Aztecs raised their children. Today's frustrated single and two parent families will certainly appreciate this valuable information in knowing how to rear not only better behaved but also spiritually superior youngsters. Finally, the most important trait of love upon which all genuine spirituality is based, is given serious consideration.

Native Wisdom

Native Wisdom
Author: Joseph Bruchac
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 116
Release: 1994-12-14
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0062511726

Another book in the Little Books of Wisdom series: portable, elegantly packaged inspiration from around the world -- irresistible for the impulse buyer and the serious reader alike.

Hopi: Native American Wisdom Series

Hopi: Native American Wisdom Series
Author:
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 70
Release: 1994-02
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 9780811804301

This exquisitely illustrated and authoritative volume presents a concise account of the history of the Hopi people, including the legends, customs, and ceremonies that form the Hopi "Road of Life," in an illuminating introduction to one of the most intriguing and influential of Native American cultures.

Enduring Wisdom

Enduring Wisdom
Author: Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003
Genre: Indian philosophy
ISBN: 9780823414550

Sayings from Native Americans. Quotations from their earliest contact with Europeans to contemporary tribal persons.

The Pocket Book of Native American Wisdom

The Pocket Book of Native American Wisdom
Author: Tim Glynne-Jones
Publisher: Sirius Entertainment
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-10
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 9781784288976

A thoughtfully collated variety of quotations from Native American peoples, this selection of words of wisdom will give you solace, inspire you, give you pause for thought and perhaps even challenge your perspective. Covering topics such as family, the environment, aging, death, love, prayer, blessings and spirituality, there is a wealth of ancient wisdom for you to dip into at your leisure.