Native American Religion Medicine And Spiritual Healing

Erika Lenis-Abril REL-337 5/10/2015 Native American Religion: Medicine and Spiritual Healing Native American traditional medicine and spiritual healing rituals go back for thousands of years, these traditions often focus on different variations of alternative medicine. This knowledge is passed on throughout generations, many of the tribes learn that by mixing natural plants such as herbs and roots they can make remedies with healing properties. It is believed that being healthy is when people reach a state of harmony not only spiritually, mentally but physically. To be able to overcome the forces that cause illness people must â€Å"operate in the context of relationship to four constructs —namely, spirituality (Creator, Mother Earth, Great Father); community (family, clan, tribe/nation); environment (daily life, nature, balance); and self (inner passions and peace, thoughts, and values)† (Portman Garret, 2006, p.453). In this research paper I am going to show evidence of the tremendous influence that Native American medicine and spiritual healing have over mo dern medicine in the course of healing Native American culture refers to the term medicine as â€Å"the essence of life or an inner power† (Portman Garret, 2006, p.454). It is believed that each person has their own essence that is locked in a physical form â€Å"our body† and this way they can learn in body, mind and spirit. To be able to understand the roots of Native American traditional medicine, it is important toShow MoreRelatedHealth Care Provider and Faith Diversity 1238 Words   |  5 Pages This paper will discuss three different religions that a health care provider may care for in the nursing field. It will discuss the spiritual perspective, as well as the critical components of healing, such as through prayer and meditation. The writer will give a brief summary of each religions belief. 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