That is, we believed, the supreme duty of the parent, who only was permitted to claim in some degree the priestly office and function, since it is his creative and protecting power which alone approaches the solemn function of Deity. Charles Eastman approachbelieveclaim share on social
There was no religious ceremony connected with marriage among us, while on the other hand the relation between man and woman was regarded as in itself mysterious and holy. Charles Eastman ceremonyconnecthand Change image and share on social
Nearness to nature... keeps the spirit sensitive to impressions not commonly felt and in touch with the unseen powers. Charles Eastman commonlyfeltimpression Change image and share on social
The native American has been generally despised by his white conquerors for his poverty and simplicity. Charles Eastman americanconquerordespise Change image and share on social
The clan is nothing more than a larger family, with its patriarchal chief as the natural head, and the union of several clans by intermarriage and voluntary connection constitutes the tribe. Charles Eastman chiefclanconnection Change image and share on social
The religion of the Indian is the last thing about him that the man of another race will ever understand. Charles Eastman indianmanrace Change image and share on social
The hospitality of the wigwam is only limited by the institution of war. Charles Eastman hospitalityinstitutionlimit Change image and share on social
The family was not only the social unit, but also the unit of government. Charles Eastman familygovernmentsocial Change image and share on social
But to have a friend, and to be true under any and all trials, is the mark of a man! Charles Eastman friendmanmark Change image and share on social
He sees no need for setting apart one day in seven as a holy day, since to him all days are God's. Charles Eastman daygodholy Change image and share on social
