Native American Wisdom, Philsophy, Quotes
By Alison Stormwolf & Pat Wilson

Native American wisdom is deep, profound, simple and true. It has passed the test of time. There are countless tribes each with their own language, sacred stories, customs and ceremonies. However, they all share the wisdom of being aware of the Cosmic connection to not only each other but the very earth and skies, trees and rocks, animals and plants.

They teach "walk lightly upon the Earth and live in balance and harmony."

Read the words of that great holy man, Black Elk:

"The first peace, which is the most important,
is that which comes within the souls of people
when they realize their relationship, their oneness,
with the universe and all its powers,
and when they realize that at the center of the universe
dwells the Great Spirit,
and that this center is really everywhere,
it is within each of us."
~ Black Elk - Oglala Sioux ~

They are profoundly spiritual people who have suffered greatly. Their words echo deep in my bones. I hear truth, beauty, and meaning in the words from their holy men and elders.

They lived and breathed their spirituality. And so do not forget.

"Every Dawn as it comes is a holy event
and everyday is holy,
for the light comes from "WAKAN-TANKA"
And Also you Must remeber that the Two-leggeds
and All other peoples who Stand upon this Earth
are Sacred and Should be Treated as Such."

~ White Buffalo Woman - Sioux Sacred Woman,
quoted by Black Elk , (Oglala Sioux) 1947 ~

It has become quite a 'fashion' to try to take on Native American teachings. We do this proud nation a dis-service to try to emulate them in a shallow way. They know  (and they always knew)  their kindred-ship with the Earth. We have tried to box them in, silence their words and 'educate' them, lest they cause us to shrivel up in shame!

Those of us who recognise these things can only move forward in love. Ask forgiveness from our Native American brothers and sisters who have managed to retain ancient wisdom.  Their God,  Wankan Tanka is our God too. How can it be other?

We live in very turbulent days and we owe the such a debt of gratitude for their forbearance. Surely now the time has come when we can share and meet in mutual acceptance and thanksgiving that they have kept ancient ceremonies and respect for elders and ancestors alive. We can learn so much about honour from these people.

Introducing Pat Wilson

Recently I was approached by someone who wanted to show me another way of looking at why I feel so profoundly about such things. I realised that there is always great benefit from sharing. I have a thirst to learn all I can and feel intuitively that many are searching too, more so in these latest days as the familiar world we knew shows signs of cracking under the strain of a system that is patently not working.

I asked if he would be willing to give me the benefit of his teachings so as to help others and he has agreed. Such things were once only shared by the oral tradition and kept within tribes. We need to hear what can be shared. I am most humbled to receive his knowledge and trust that many others will be also.

He told me, "it is the Native American’s responsibility, to teach all people of our ways, if we are to light the 8th fire."

This is in reference to traditional teachings and prophesy (google 7th fire prophesies)

I do not see any contradiction in these things to the original Christian message which was one of universal brotherhood love and righteousness. It is time to stand up in the light of all things good.

There is no doubt that what is happening on a global scale now gives us very little time but we also have a choice. We can choose to carry on down the road of greed and corruption to disaster, or we can revert to knowledge, wisdom, guidance and truth as told to the elders of every nation through time and entrusted to the 'Earth Keepers' the native Americans.

I believe their voice will now be heard by all nations.
It is the time for freedom from mental slavery
and return to our birthright as good people
reclaim our kindred ship to each other,
the kingdoms and give due respect
and walk in balance and harmony
with the entire natural world.

I am very honoured to introduce Pat Wilson...

Humbly I say that I am Anishinaabe of the Three Fires, Odawa, Turtle Clan. I have been studying my cultural traditions  for 20 years. In my journey  I have learned many teachings from each of the Tribes of the Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and my  tribe the Odawa.  I know that for each teaching I receive there are many  more that I have yet to learn. I am but at the beginning of my journey. Miigwech   (Thank you). In sharing my Culture I do it with the  respect and the wisdom of my teachings, I am just a man, and I can only speak for me. If I say things that are different from what you have learned, it is not wrong, it is just another way. What you believe is the way the Creator has came to you. The Creator will guide you. Ahaaw (ok). One concept that I feel is very important to understand is the Odawa concept of “Balance.”  Balance is a state of being. Being at peace with one’s self, Spiritually, Mentally, Physically, and Emotionally. Being in balance is a journey of self discovery.  To find balance you must find yourself, who you are, and what is your path, your purpose?  Being in balance you become more aware of the everything around you. You come to appreciate every little detail of the world.  The four areas of your life, Spiritual, Mental, Physical, and Emotional, should be equal, no one area should over shadow another part of your life. This is a constant self evaluation of where you are. At times this can be a real struggle. But keeping those four aspects of your life in balance, has its own rewards. You will become a positive, honest, strong, and focused person. Wiingezin (Take it Easy) Patrick D. Wilson

An Indian Prayer

O' GREAT SPIRIT,
Whose voice I hear in the winds,
And whose breath gives life to all the world,
hear me! I am small and weak, I need your
strength and wisdom.

Let Me Walk In Beauty, and make my eyes
ever behold the red and purple sunset.

Make My Hands Respect the things you have
made and my ears sharp to hear your voice.

Make Me Wise so that I may understand the
things you have taught my people.

Let Me Learn the lessons you have hidden
in every leaf and rock.

I Seek Strength, not to be greater than my
brother, but to fight my greatest
enemy...myself.

Make Me Always Ready to come to you with
clean hands and straight eyes.

So When Life Fades, as the fading sunset,
my spirit may come to you
without shame.

(translated by Lakota Sioux Chief Yellow Lark in 1887)
published in Native American Prayers - by the Episcopal Church

What humilty and purity of spirit is demonstrated here!
In what way did we think we could 'educate' them?

 

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