Indian Education fom A to Z – Z

Zuni Tribe

from www.crystalinks.com/zuni.html

The Zuni or Ashiwi are a Native American tribe, one of the Pueblo peoples, who live in the Pueblo of Zuni on the Zuni River, a tributary of the Little Colorado River, in western New Mexico. Zuni is 55 km (35 miles) south of Gallup, New Mexico and has a population of about 6,000, nearly all Native Americans, with 43.0% of the population below the poverty line.

Many… >> Continue reading: Indian Education fom A to Z - Z



Indian Education from A to Z – U

Ute Prayer

Earth teach me stillness
as the grasses are stilled with light.
Earth teach me suffering
as old stones suffer with memory.
Earth teach me humility
as blossoms are humble with beginning.
Earth teach me caring
as the mother who secures her young.
Earth teach me courage
as the tree which stands alone.
Earth teach me limitation
as the ant which crawls on



Our Backyard

Great Spirit — I want no blood upon my land to stain the grass. I want it all clear and pure, and I wish it so, that all who go through among my people may find it peaceful when they come, and leave peacefully when they go.

- Ten Bears, Yamparika Comanche

 



International Day of Peace, September 21

International Day of Peace, September 21

International Day of Peace Logo

The International Day of Peace (“Peace Day”) provides an opportunity for individuals, organizations and nations to create practical acts of peace on a shared date. It was established by a United Nations resolution in 1981 to coincide with the opening of the General Assembly. The first Peace Day was celebrated in September 1982.

In… >> Continue reading: International Day of Peace, September 21



Native American 10 Commandments

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DY3ZEvOfD1w

There are several versions of Native American 10 Commandments. The following version is one of the most popular and words to live by.

  1. The Earth is our Mother; care for Her.
  2. Honor all your relations.
  3. Open your heart and soul to the Great Spirit.
  4. All life is sacred; treat all beings with respect.
  5. Take from the


The Earth Is Our Home…and it's Beautiful

In fundamental ways, we are all indigenous.  Our five year old grandson, Ginew (Golden Eagle), said, “The Earth is our home, and it’s beautiful!” Such wisdom from the innocence of a child.

We are all connected. We feel that and live our lives from that place. There is only one race – the human race.

We are saying special prayers for all our



FREE Newsletter

Enter your email address to subscribe to receive FREE monthly newsletters by email.

First name:
Email address:
Recent Comments