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Rituals

Published on Apr 01, 2016

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Rituals

Simon, Luke, and Jon

Mitakuye Oyasin

  • we are all related
  • most rituals are based on this
  • oneness and harmony

Sicun

  • Does not mean "Supreme Being"
  • Means "Leaving your spirit behind

Humanity of Rituals

  • Leave no room for mystery
  • Ceremonies received new names when they were outlawed
  • Example: Lowanpi means "they are singing"

Acceptance of Mistakes

  • Community is very forgiving
  • Buffalo Skull Ritual

Seasons

Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring

Winter

  • Winter Solstice
  • Social gatherings within tiospayes
Photo by crazyhorse_mk

Spring

  • Spring Equinox= welcoming back thunder
  • Wiping of the Tears
Photo by mendhak

Summer

  • Summer Solstice
  • annual sun dance at inyankaga
  • "Inyan Creating"
Photo by ankakay

Fall

  • Fall Equinox= preparation for the winter season
  • Harvests and Hunts
  • Thunder Leaves
  • Ceremonial Items are prepared
Photo by jasohill