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Reference Quotations

Sayings of the Elders

compiled by John W. Friesen

Publisher
Brush Education
Initial publish date
Jan 1998
Category
Quotations, Native American Studies
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781550591620
    Publish Date
    Jan 1998
    List Price
    $4.95

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Out of print

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Description

This collection of sayings reflects the depth and magnitude of First Nations wisdom and underscores the tremendous appreciation that Aboriginal people have for life, the earth and one another. Much of it is anchored on a deep sense of gratitude to the Creator.

About the author

John W. Friesen, PhD, DMin, is a professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Calgary, where he conducts research in Aboriginal education and teacher training. An ordained clergyman with the All Native Circle Conference of the United Church of Canada, he has authored or co-authored more than 50 books.

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