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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books on the subject of Lakota Spirituality
I owned a copy of this book since the early 1990s and found that Ed "Eagle Man" McGaa had written a very candid and respectful book outlining the spiritual ceremonies and tradition of the Oglala Lakota Nation, of which he was a part. This book was released back in the day when the Lakota issued their Declaration of War against those who would exploit their spirituality. Even though McGaa caught his own bit of flak about discussing these things in book form, he did invaluable service in showing Indigenous perspectives and doing it in a respectful manner.The exploitation of Indigenous cultures across the globe continues; however, this book puts into sharp focus of how we are all connected and how we must come together to help save the planet that we share.zThe downside is that there are many within the Lakota Nation who feel that McGaa had absolutely no business talking about the sacred ceremonies to non-Lakotas. There has been a lot of infighting and bitterness in Indigenous communities, and although McGaa wanted to shed some light on it, not everyone was happy about it and have been quite vocal about it.My personal experience is that in spite of all that has happened to them and the poverty that far too many live with daily, the Lakota People are extremely generous about their culture and traditions when and if asked in a respectful manner. I am currently studying the Lakota language and everyone who is Lakota that I have interacted with has been patient and kind - as long as they are treated with sincere respect, dignity, and honor. Really, that's true of everyone.In my opinion, and I admit I could be wrong, McGaa did try to bridge the gap between Lakota culture and the dominant culture most of us live in. The book won't make you an expert, but some of it provides valuable insight int a world that is all-too-often misunderstood.
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book
This is an excellent easy to read and follow book, that is well written and organized. This book has a lot to teach, very rich in natural spirituality with some religious beliefs. Much of the practice is unnecessary, but it can be helpful. Mainly many are disconnected from the Divine Source and of nature, and such ceremonies is best for those people.As a wisdom seeker, much of the belief of dirction of rain, snow, and so forth one knows isn't correct. Since rain and snow can come from the south direction as well SW, W, NW. But if one is a wisdom seeker, then one must keep in mind to respect all beliefs. One does not need to smoke a pice pipe for prayers, one can just do smudging. One does not have to do a sun dance to connect with nature and pray to the Creator, all one needs is meditations. But this book is very rich in knowledge, and is important for one to read on the importance of reconnecting to nature and Great Spirit. Like the Tao teaches, those who are diconnected from the Tao will suffer. It is same wisdom on will find in Native American Spirituality. Which is truth, but one has to meditate on this knowledge for any real, or else it is just a belief and not truth.
5.0 out of 5 stars I feel deep gratitude
This book is the closest you will come to understanding the steps of ritual, ceremony, and practice without being adopted by an American Indian tribe. I feel deeply grateful that this book offers a look into Lakota practice with love and reverence. The author writes down step by step, how to conduct a sweat lodge. He even offers the prayers and invocations. It is a gift, a gift that I treasure. This book is completely valuable to help you understand practice and ceremony.
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Start for the Native American Spirituality Journey
This was the first book that I read about Native American spirituality and it was a great foundational piece. The book is filled with beautiful prose and great descriptions. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is interested in beginning their journey in understanding Native American Spirituality.
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book, but unfortunately I did not open it soon enough
I bought this book to read again because I love it, and did not open it soon enough to return it. Unfortunately it had the "Mother Earth Spirituality" cover but James Hillman's book "Revisioning Psychology" was inside. How does this happen????? It deserves 5 stars for content and I want to promote Ed McGaa's book, but the publisher made a huge boo boo and put his cover on the wrong book. I guess I will try a used copy hoping for the best.
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful book
This is an amazing book and I was pleased to discover from his website that he has several others. This is a detailed account of Native American spirituality as a well as an open invitation for others to join in to help find an inclusive, nonviolent, path that is gentle on the earth. This book teaches too that the earth is not some disembodied appendage of our own will to conquer, but rather that we "the two legged" are one and the same with it as well as with each other. We will learn that or perish. Our answers will come from the wisdom of those who have felt the lash of oppression rather than the "blue man" who has thoughtlessly robbed, pillaged, and plundered the earth and our souls.
5.0 out of 5 stars great book
love the book. great read, i ordered it used but it was in great shape. i would buy from them again with no worries.
5.0 out of 5 stars Look at Native American Spiritual knowledge if we want to save our earth
This is not about a Native American religion or anything, it is about spirituality and how we live our lives. In the time of climate change that will destroy our earth we need to go back to the meaning of living in balance with the earth. The Native American knowledge shared is for all of us today. It offers a perspective on how we can take this knowledge and incorporate it into our lives and thoughts. It also tells us about the real base of democracy and the Native American values that were incorporated into the U.S. Constitution. It is time to share this knowledge and most importantly act on it.
ENCANTADOR!!!!
Esse livro me surpreendeu em sabedoria e profundidade. Traz vivências lindas, além de nos conectar com a espiritualidade da Mãe Terra de forma prática. Recomendo.
Five Stars
This book is a fantastic read.
excellent buy
this is the second book by ed mcgaa affectionately known as eagle man i have read and was not disappointed i'm only at the beginning of my new journey but already feel and sense the the change within and from outside its so simplistic you almost feel like your missing something that you should be doing more to prove yourself but reading this brings home that all you need to do is feel blessed that we are on this journey with our mother earth and do all you can to give her the utmost respect and when the realisation hits you the change is almost instant and embedded deep i'm so happy to have found these books it has changed my life for the better and i bless our mother earth father sky and our great spirit and give thanks to eagle man and all the others who have allowed us a road in thank you
Five Stars
Love the book.
It is great writings by great Spiritual Souls
I bought this book for a dear friend, she read mine many years ago when she stayed with me.It is great writings by great Spiritual Souls.From a small child around 3 to 4 years old i have always loved First Nations. 70 years on, and now 9 years ago discover who my real father was, and First Nation on his mother and fathers side, Powhaten people.This clarified such a lot in my life. I would recommend this book and any other that one would choose. So much truth spiritual guidance for all. Thank you.
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Mother Earth Spirituality: Native American Paths to Healing Ourselves and Our World (Religion and Spirituality)
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