An educational resource for the advancement of all cultures
Dedicated to the 400
million people on this planet who are neither seen nor heard
Let these words
and images be forever a reminder of their existence.
Introduction
Indigenous
Peoples Literature is a non-profit educational resource and
collaboration dedicated to the indigenous peoples of the world and to
the enrichment it can bring to all people.
“An
impressive archive of cultural material about the indigenous peoples of
the world, ranging from literature and music to prayers and history.
Viewers will find the complete texts of key documents like the Iroquois
constitution and the original Hiawatha. The portrait of Columbus and
his followers provides a marked contrast to Columbus Day celebrations.”
“This site is a treasure-trove of information
for anyone interested in Native American traditions, history, art, and
literature. Links to original full-text documents and image files are
arranged by tribe as well as by geographical region. Links to sites
covering indigenous peoples around the world are included.” “This is an ambitious undertaking which seems to have
succeeded grandly, and would seem to be an essential resource for both
students and researchers. An exhaustive, well-structured treatment of a
topic of great contemporary interest.”
"For a person who
cultivates wisdom or true knowledge,
the results are inner peace, satisfaction, patience,
respect for others, freedom from duplicity, compassion,
joyfulness, remembrance of his spiritual identity,
freedom from the fear of death,
freedom from anxiety and depression,
and so on."
“So live your life that
the fear of death can never enter your heart. Trouble no one about
their religion; respect others in their view, and demand that they
respect yours. Love your life, perfect your life, make beautiful all
things in your life.”
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