Crazy horse Quote by Stephen E. Ambrose
““All that existed was precious in Crazy Horse’s religion—whatever a man did or thought was good, was wakan, so long as he obeyed his own inner voice, for that too was wakan.””
About This Quote
In Crazy Horse’s belief, anything good aligns with the sacred (wakan) if it follows one’s inner voice, emphasizing inner guidance as holy.
In simple terms: Good deeds are sacred when guided by inner voice.
Key Takeaway
Trust inner guidance as spiritual compass.
Themes
spirituality
indigenous belief
inner voice
Mood
contemplative
respectful
Type
philosophical
cultural
When to use this quote
- decision making
- counseling
- cultural education
Key Concepts
wakan
morality
personal truth
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern your inner voice?
- When might following it be harmful?
A Different Perspective
Inner voice may conflict with external norms.
