"Before any final solution to American history can occur, a reconciliation must be effected between the spiritual owner of the land - American Indians - and the political owner of the land - American Whites. Guilt and accusations cannot continue to revolve in a vacuum without some effort at reaching a solution."

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Source : Vine Deloria Jr. (2016). “God Is Red: A Native View of Religion”, p.68, Fulcrum Publishing

Vine Deloria Jr.

#Spiritual Quotes #Land Quotes #Effort Quotes

“Don't date a woman who doesn't take care of her place (she won't take care of you).”
“We are born to soar. We are children of God. ... The Fatherhood of God offers a deep spiritual cure for the inferiority complex and lays the firm foundation for a solid spiritual self-esteem.”
“Although many of us may think of ourselves as thinking creatures that feel, biologically we are feeling creatures that think”

Source : Jill Bolte Taylor (2008). “My Stroke of Insight: A Brain Scientist's Personal Journey”, p.26, Penguin
“The anguish I always feel when she's in pain wells up in my chest and threatens to register on my face.”
“One's prime is elusive. You little girls, when you grow up, must be on the alert to recognize your prime at whatever time of your life it may occur. You must then live it to the full.”

Source : The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie ch. 1 (1961)
“While Mayor Daley surprised me today with his decision to not run for reelection, I have never been surprised by his leadership, dedication and tireless work on behalf of the city and the people of Chicago.”
“Every Christian is endued with a power whereby he is enabled to resist temptations.”
“I am a book also, words and thoughts and stories held together by flesh. We open and close ourselves to the world. We are read by others or put away by them. We wait to be seen, sitting quietly on shelves for someone to bother having a look inside us.”

Source : Ari Berk (2012). “Death Watch”, p.88, Simon and Schuster

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