“Know also that wisdom is sweet to your soul; if you find it, there is a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.” Proverbs 24:124
White Buffalo
By Shannon Pederson
Rebirth of humanity and peace on the horizon is something all nations of people, whatever color or belief, can hope for. For Native Americans, like the Lakota (Sioux) Nations, the Legend of the White Buffalo expresses this hope. The legend has been passed down for over 2,000 years by the tribe’s storytellers.
There are several variations of the legend, but all have the same meaning and outcome. Basically, the legend is about communicating with the Creator through prayer with clear intent for Peace, Harmony and Balance for all life living on Earth.
Due to this legend, white buffaloes are sacred to most Native Americans. When one is born, it is usually singled out from the herd to spend its life in a pampered and protected environment.
Even though most Native Americans are Christians, they continue to honor the beliefs of their ancestors. They use the ancient stories to compliment the message of the Bible and the Creator in their stories is God. Spirituality among Natives Americans has been a strong force for those who believe in the power of the Great Spirit, or God.
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” 1 Peter 1:3
It matters not that they call God the Creator or the Great Spirit. What matters is that they pray to Him and give thanks for the blessings they receive and for the trust and guidance given them. As stories continue to be handed down from generation to generation, and their faith in God remains pure, legends like the White Buffalo will never die.
“But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” 1 Peter 3:15
White Buffalo
By Shannon Pederson
Rebirth of humanity and peace on the horizon is something all nations of people, whatever color or belief, can hope for. For Native Americans, like the Lakota (Sioux) Nations, the Legend of the White Buffalo expresses this hope. The legend has been passed down for over 2,000 years by the tribe’s storytellers.
There are several variations of the legend, but all have the same meaning and outcome. Basically, the legend is about communicating with the Creator through prayer with clear intent for Peace, Harmony and Balance for all life living on Earth.
Due to this legend, white buffaloes are sacred to most Native Americans. When one is born, it is usually singled out from the herd to spend its life in a pampered and protected environment.
Even though most Native Americans are Christians, they continue to honor the beliefs of their ancestors. They use the ancient stories to compliment the message of the Bible and the Creator in their stories is God. Spirituality among Natives Americans has been a strong force for those who believe in the power of the Great Spirit, or God.
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” 1 Peter 1:3
It matters not that they call God the Creator or the Great Spirit. What matters is that they pray to Him and give thanks for the blessings they receive and for the trust and guidance given them. As stories continue to be handed down from generation to generation, and their faith in God remains pure, legends like the White Buffalo will never die.
“But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” 1 Peter 3:15