Preserving the Sacred: Historical Perspectives of the Ojibwa Midewiwin

Autori

• Michael Angel

Parametri

• 274 pagine
• 10 ore di lettura

• Esoterismo e religione
• Mappe e viaggi
• Scienze sociali
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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Historian Michael Angel compares the early texts written about the Midewiwin, and identifies major, common misconceptions in these accounts. In his explanation of the historical role played by the Midewiwin, he provides alternative viewpoints and explanations of the significance of the ceremonies, while respecting the sacred and symbolic nature of the Midewiwin rituals, songs, and scrolls.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2002

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