64. Thomas Yellowtail: Make Your Choice
A Sourcebook in Global Philosophy - Mohammed Rustom
Michael Fitzgerald [+]
Michael Fitzgerald holds a doctorate of jurisprudence from Indiana University.
Description
In this selection Thomas Yellowtail (d. 1993 CE) speaks of the spiritual decline in our modern industrial civilization and the native prophesies about the end of the world. He also explains his understanding of the relationship of the great world religions to each other and the responsibility of each person toward God and then details ongoing efforts to encourage American Indians to follow their traditions and educate everyone about their spiritual ways. This background is followed by an uplifting message to all people of the world about their respective life choices. The Sun Dance chief closes with a prayer to Acbadadea, the Maker of All Things Above, to give people the wisdom to see these things and the strength to resist wrongdoing.