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Book: A Sourcebook in Global Philosophy

Chapter: 64. Thomas Yellowtail: Make Your Choice

DOI: 10.1558/equinox.45441

Blurb:

In this selection Thomas Yellowtail (d. 1993 CE) speaks of the spiritual decline in our modern industrial civilization and the native prophesies about the end of the world. He also explains his understanding of the relationship of the great world religions to each other and the responsibility of each person toward God and then details ongoing efforts to encourage American Indians to follow their traditions and educate everyone about their spiritual ways. This background is followed by an uplifting message to all people of the world about their respective life choices. The Sun Dance chief closes with a prayer to Acbadadea, the Maker of All Things Above, to give people the wisdom to see these things and the strength to resist wrongdoing.

Chapter Contributors

  • Michael Fitzgerald (mfitzgerald@deerparkmgmt.com - michaelfitzgerald)