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Drums are sacred because they represent the rhythm of the universe and the
pulsation of a nation. They come in a variety of sizes based on ceremonial and
healing purposes.
The Drums also have keepers to protect them from negative influences.
For Native Americans, their beliefs and ceremonies are an integral and
impeccable aspect of their existence.
During a Powwow, the eagle whistle is blown to honor the dancers,
the drums, the spirit helpers, and the spirit of the eagle. Each time the
whistle is blown a fitting song is sung.
Native Americans commune with the Great Spirit by smoking the scared
pipe and by feathering themselves with sweetgrass, allowing the smoke to convey
their prayers throughout the Sacred Hoop to Great Spirit.
They also communicate with the spirits by singing traditional,
ceremonial, and medicine songs accompanied by drums and sometimes also by
rattles, flutes, and whistles.
The host drum at a Powwow usually sings traditional
songs at the Grand Opening and Closing. Ceremonial teachings are strictly an oral tradition passed down from Elder to Elder to ensure their authenticity and integrity. The ceremonies are a way to commune with Spirit through prayers, offerings, and ritual... Continue on
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