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The encyclopedia of Native American religions : an introduction

The Encyclopedia of Native American Religions is the first in-depth, one-volume reference for the general reader that explores this fascinating subject, reclaiming it from the periphery of American religious and historical study. Despite a long history of suppression by governments and missionaries, many Native American beliefs and spiritual traditions have endured as dignified, profound, viable and richly faceted religions. The encyclopedia's broad scope encompasses major religious systems, well-documented ceremonies, and legislation and court cases affecting Native American religious belief. More than 1,200 entries in this work describe traditional beliefs and practices, the consequences of contact with Europeans and other Americans, the forms Native American religions take today, and many notable individual figures connected with Native American religious life and thought. There are extensive entries on sacred objects; religious societies; Navajo, Pueblo and Yaqui ceremonialism; Peyote religion; religious leaders such as Handsome Lake, Black Elk, Wovoka, Pretty Shield, and Ruby Modesto; Mission organizations; and hundreds more, cross-referenced for easy access. - Publisher.

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  • ""Encyclopedia of Native American Religions is a guide to the rich spiritual traditions and practices of Native Americans in the United States and Canada. Included are more than 1,200 entries, alphabetically arranged and fully cross-referenced. Long regarded as quaint curiosities or exotic pagan rites, the religious practices of Native Americans make up a rich, enduring legacy deserving of a place among the great spiritual traditions. Encyclopedia of Native American Religions is a comprehensive resource to these traditions and practices and accords them the respect, status, and attention they deserve." "In this edition, new or updated information has been included on such topics as: national and state legislation, such as the Native American Church Bill, which allows the religious use of peyote, and the Religious Freedom Restoration Act; religious rights in the military; sacred sites; sacred use of tobacco; and court cases involving the participation of non-Indians in Native American religious ceremonies, such as the Sun Dance."--Jacket."
  • "This reference work covers major native North American religious systems, selected native American leaders and missionaries, ceremonies, legislation and court cases affecting native religions."
  • "The Encyclopedia of Native American Religions is the first in-depth, one-volume reference for the general reader that explores this fascinating subject, reclaiming it from the periphery of American religious and historical study. Despite a long history of suppression by governments and missionaries, many Native American beliefs and spiritual traditions have endured as dignified, profound, viable and richly faceted religions. The encyclopedia's broad scope encompasses major religious systems, well-documented ceremonies, and legislation and court cases affecting Native American religious belief. More than 1,200 entries in this work describe traditional beliefs and practices, the consequences of contact with Europeans and other Americans, the forms Native American religions take today, and many notable individual figures connected with Native American religious life and thought. There are extensive entries on sacred objects; religious societies; Navajo, Pueblo and Yaqui ceremonialism; Peyote religion; religious leaders such as Handsome Lake, Black Elk, Wovoka, Pretty Shield, and Ruby Modesto; Mission organizations; and hundreds more, cross-referenced for easy access. - Publisher."@en
  • "Describes traditional beliefs and worship practices, the consequences of contact with Europeans and other Americans, and the forms Native American religions take today."
  • "A comprehensive resource to the rich spiritual traditions and practices of Native Americans in the U.S. and Canada. Included are over 1,200 entries, aplphabetically arranged and fully cross-referenced, covering a broad range of topics."@en

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  • "Encyclopedia of Native American religions : an introduction"
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  • "The encyclopedia of Native American religions : an introduction"
  • "Encyclopedia of Native American Religions"
  • "Encyclopedia of Native American religions"
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  • "The encyclopedia of native American religions : an introduction"
  • "The encyclopedia of Native American religions"
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  • "The Encyclopedia of native american religions : an introduction"
  • "The encyclopedia of native american religions : an introduction"

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