Navajo tradition, Mormon life: the autobiography and teachings of Jim Dandy
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Beteilige Person: McPherson, Robert S. 1947- (VerfasserIn)
Format: Elektronisch E-Book
Sprache:Englisch
Veröffentlicht: Salt Lake City University of Utah Press c2012
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Beschreibung:Includes bibliographical references (p. ) and index
Jim's life and times in perspective: an overview of navajo and mormon history -- Praying to jesus, standing for monster slayer: traditional navajo syncretism and lds beliefs -- Jim?s early years: ?only a stick is left standing? -- Learning of navajo culture: teachings of the hogan and life -- Boarding schools and placement: education in the dandy family -- Of mission, college, and marriage: the ties that bind -- Education as a life?s work: serving the people -- Holy people, the creation, and its end: the navajo world -- Animals, birds, and insects: their place and power -- Offerings, songs, and ceremonies: interacting with the holy people -- The light and dark sides: avoiding and curing evil
Umfang:1 Online-Ressource (p. cm.)
ISBN:1607812223
9781607812227