USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -A powwow is a Native American gathering which typically features dancing, singing, socialising and a celebration of culture.

Detailed explanation-2: -Ceremony is an essential part of traditional Native healing. Because physical and spiritual health are intimately connected, body and spirit must heal together. Traditional healing ceremonies promote wellness by reflecting Native conceptions of Spirit, Creator, and the Universe.

Detailed explanation-3: -Early European explorers describe individual Native American tribes and even small bands as each having their own religious practices. Theology may be monotheistic, polytheistic, henotheistic, animistic, shamanistic, pantheistic or any combination thereof, among others.

Detailed explanation-4: -A Pow Wow is a gathering where Native American dancing, singing and celebration take place. There are several different pow wows that take place throughout the country; however, this booklet will talk about pow wows in general and, more specifically, about pow wows along the northern tier of the United States.

Detailed explanation-5: -These ceremonies can include chanting, singing, painting bodies, dancing, exorcisms, sand paintings, and even limited use of mind-altering substances. All this is done to promote healing of the sick. Such rituals can last for hours, days, or even weeks.