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  • Spirits of the Earth

  • A Guide to Native American Nature Symbols, Stories, and Ceremonies
  • By: Bobby Lake-Thom
  • Narrated by: Lorne Cardinal
  • Length: 6 hrs and 45 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (213 ratings)

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Spirits of the Earth

By: Bobby Lake-Thom
Narrated by: Lorne Cardinal
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An extraordinary compilation of legends and rituals about nature's ever-present signs. From the birds that soar above us to the insects beneath our feet, Native American healer Bobby Lake-Thom shows how the creatures of the earth can aid us in healing and self-knowledge.

“There are ancient secrets and lessons hidden in nature. If you seek for guidance, you will discover truth.” (Bobby Lake-Thom)

Much of the ancient knowledge that has been passed down from Native American medicine men, or shamans is in danger of being lost. Bobby Lake-Thom, a Native American healer known as Medicine Grizzly Bear, has sought to preserve this powerful heritage by sharing his wisdom and experience learning from the world around us.

What does it mean if a hawk appears in a dream? What are the symbolic interpretations of a deer, a skunk, a raccoon? Lake-Thom, who has studied with the elders of many tribes, explains the significance of animal figures as manifestations of good or evil, and shows how we can develop our own powers of awareness and intuition. The first book of its kind, this practical and enlightening resource includes dozens of fascinating animal myths and legends, as well as exercises and activities that draw upon animal powers for guidance, healing, wisdom, and the expansion of spiritual influences in our lives. You'll discover here:

  • How animals, birds, and insects act as signs and omens
  • The significance of vision quests
  • How to make and use a medicine wheel
  • The role of spirit symbols - and how they affect the unconscious
  • Exercises for creative dreaming
  • The power of the earth-healing ceremony
  • How to increase your spiritual strength and create sacred spaces
  • And more....
©1997 Bobby Lake-Thom (P)2020 Penguin Audio
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“Lake-Thom, a healer and a descendant of three Native American tribes, combines his own experience, work with tribal elders, and readings from folk tales to explain the significance of good and bad luck symbols to these tribes... Clear and straightforward.” (Library Journal)

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Native religion

What we can learn from what was/is a belief system that respects all of nature as Gods creation.

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Peaceful presentation of valuable message

If only all humanity digested this message we would be in a better place with a brighter future of understanding and acceptance.

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It was a great experience

I will be getting more of his books, looking forward to the experience. ..

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absolutely wonderful...

truly opened up a part of my soul.... the timing of finding this book was very appropriate ❤

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love this book

I love all of the stories and knowledge in this book. it's beautiful, I will be re reading it as there is so much to reflect on. I also look forward to reading his other books mentioned ♥️🙏

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Native American philosophy

Book is interesting because it describes mentality and philosophy of native Americans, looks at the subject both from Indian and western perspective

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Wonderful in every way.

I’ve listened to this 5 times already. I’m sure I’ll listen at least a dozen more.

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very informative

I really enjoyed this book! I love how he goes into length about each animal.

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A language beyond speech

Spiritually moving. Listen to the language of nature. The more we open our spirit to the mother we call earth, the more she opens herself to us. She communicates with us through synchronicity in our animal siblings. Intriguing to hear of the power centers that exist here on the earth. Those power centers not sought after for capital gain.

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very good source of lost wisdom.

Loved this book. And love the narration. Well worth the money. I would like Audible to put out more books by Bobby Lake-Thom with Lorne Cardinal narrating. I would definitely purchase them.

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