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“She took to praying to Wakan Tanka, the Great Spirit of her childhood, who had not been a jealous God, she thought, but had waited patiently for her to honor Him again.” quote by Susan Power
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““She took to praying to Wakan Tanka, the Great Spirit of her childhood, who had not been a jealous God, she thought, but had waited patiently for her to honor Him again.””

Susan Power

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Grass Dancer, Susan Power, 1994

A woman returns to her ancestral spiritual practice, recognizing the Great Spirit's patience and non‑jealous nature, prompting renewed reverence.

In simple terms: She reconnects with a patient, non‑jealous spirit.

Key Takeaway

Honor patient, patient.

Themes

spirituality heritage patience reverence

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

novelistic cultural

When to use this quote

  • cultural rituals
  • personal healing
  • family traditions

Key Concepts

indigenous belief personal renewal

Questions to Reflect On

  • What ancestral practices could you revive?
  • How does patience shape your spirituality?
A Different Perspective

Modern life may dilute such connections.

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