Navajo
Navajo legend tells us that the Dineh had to pass through
three different worlds.
The traditional Navajo way contains no concept for religion
as a sphere of activity.
The sand painting has been used for centuries in Navajo
religious rituals.
At first, I wondered why the Navajo youth didn't learn
their language.
This was the question that First Navajo Man and First
Navajo Woman had to answer.
The Navajo tribe has been fighting against uranium mining
for a long time.
A fine-quality Navajo rug includes both a tight weave and
an intricate design.
Navajo shepherds and a veterinary scientist teamed up to
help a rare breed of desert sheep.
Because the canyon is still home to Navajo families, its
floor can only be visited.
As an abstract artist, my inspirations come mostly from
the Navajo female.
The unique creations of Spotted Antelope Designs are
handmade by Navajo.
Navajo philosophy, spirituality, and sheep are intertwined
like wool in the strongest weaving.
It was not hard for me because of all my childhood
teaching on Navajo culture.
Running Foot spoke only in his melodic Navajo tongue.
~Dig Chase 2006
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