Articles related to "Healing Ceremonies"



First Nations Traditional Healing
Unlike Western bio-medicine which focuses on the physical, traditional First Nations healing treats the whole person, body, mind, and spirit.
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United Tribes International Powwow North Dakota
The United Tribes International Powwow in North Dakota is a four day event, September 4-7, 2008. Native American Tribes gather to celebrate their culture in Bismarck, ND.
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Native Herbalists
Native herbalists used a combination of natural science and spirituality to heal the members of their community.
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Medicine Bundles
The medicine bundle is a significant symbol of healing and spirituality for the indigenous tribes of the Great Lakes and Plains.
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Lakota Healing Song
The "curing song" is just one of many traditional songs used in the healing ritual among the Lakota.
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Pope` in the Ascendancy
The Tewa shaman Pope` would rise from medicine man to rebel leader by organizing the pueblos into an effective fighting force.
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May 1st is Hepatitis Awareness Day!
Through out the world on May 1, 2000 there will be walks to state capitals, marches to state representatives, candle light vigils and articles in print about Hepatitis C.
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Discovering Shamanism
Shamanism can be confusing, covering everything from experiencing a Shamanic journey first-hand in a Shamanism workshop to the history and culture of traditional Shamans.
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A Mindful Path, Part 2
Part 2 of an interview with a Buddhist about his faith and its commonality with other faiths.
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Dance and Native Life
Through the medium of dance, indigenous societies express their desires and hope to commune with the spirit world.
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Mandan Song
During his time among the Mandan tribe, George Catlin became entranced by the songs and music of his hosts.
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Medicine and Faith
Native American healers often combined religious rituals with medicine in order to better serve their communities.
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Medicine Pipes
Used to invoke healing elements during special ceremonies, the medicine pipe is a highly important symbol of the duality of indigenous science and spirituality.
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Native American Spiritual Rituals
Native American Indians use many plants and herbs as spiritual healing remedies or in spiritual celebrations, creating a connection with spirits and the after life.
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The Magical Properties of Holey Stones
For centuries, many cultures have incorporated the use of holey stones in rituals and ceremonies, believing them to carry sacred powers. What are these beliefs?
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Using that four letter word... C U R E
Well, I'm here to say that if someone ever tells you they have a CURE for Hepatitis C, you need to run! Run away and don't look back!
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Catching Dreams - Part II
Part II of the Dream Catcher series.
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Cigars and Cigarettes
By the time European explorers arrived in the New World, the tobacco plant was already employed in various ritual, social and medical customs.
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The Magic of Sound: Produced, Engineered and Mixed
Sound has affected our world in a mysterious way since the dawn of time. This is a brief examination of sound through history, from singing stones to church bells to the ancient 43-tone musical scale.
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