Children of the Dragonfly Excerpt: To Say “Child” [in Lakota]
By Severt Young Bear and R. D. Theisz
Knowing the real meanings behind certain terms clarifies their importance.
The terms for man, woman, and child are also revealing. Wicasa (man) is based on wi (sun), can (wood or staff), and sa (red). Wi is the highest form the Great Mystery…
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