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100 1 _aEastman, Charles A.,
_d1858-1939
245 1 4 _aThe Soul of the Indian: An Interpretation
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2008-07-05
508 _aProduced by Judith Boss, and David Widger
520 _a"The Soul of the Indian: An Interpretation" by Charles A. Eastman is a profound exploration of the spiritual and cultural life of the American Indian, crafted during the early 20th century. This non-fiction work serves as an essay reflecting on the indigenous beliefs, traditions, and values that characterized American Indian spirituality before significant European influence. Eastman, a member of the Sioux tribe, utilizes his personal experiences and insights to provide an authentic representation of the inner life of the Indian people, highlighting their moral codes, religious practices, and connection to nature. In this book, Eastman delves into various aspects of Native American spirituality, emphasizing the concept of the "Great Mystery" that surrounds existence. He discusses practices such as solitary worship and the significance of nature, rejecting the notion of organized religion imposed by European settlers. The text also addresses moral codes, the family unit, and community dynamics, illustrating how these elements shape the Indian worldview. Throughout, Eastman reflects on the clash between indigenous beliefs and Western ideologies, advocating for a greater understanding and respect for Native American traditions as vital components of the human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIndians of North America -- Religion
653 _aIndian mythology -- North America
653 _aIndian philosophy -- North America
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/340
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