Sacred Language: Nature of Supernatural Discourse in Lakota (Civilization of American Indian) |
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William K. Powers
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Pages: 264 (Paperback)
ISBN: 080612458X
Pub: University of Oklahoma Press
Pub date: 1992-10-31
Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1108740
Reader Reviews:
A scholarly discourse on Lakota Sacred Language. (0/0 people found this helpful)
This is not for someone just trying to get a grasp of the general ideas of Lakota spirituality. This is a very detailed scholarly work about Lakota language as is it used by spiritual leaders and the meanings implied. If you are looking for something spiritual or emotional this probably isn't it, if you're looking for something more cerebral and you are a serious student of the Lakota then this is a must read.
An indepth study of the Lakota Spiritual World View. (0/0 people found this helpful)
This excellent discourse was produced by a man who lived with and learned from the old learned men of the Lakota, the "wicasa wakan", the "spiritual men".
Not for the casual reader, this book is great scholarly reading for those who strive to understand the very essense of religious thought.
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