The Mide'wiwin or "Grand Medicine Society" of the Ojibwa Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 143-300 By: Walter James Hoffman (1846-1899)
In this comprehensive study, Walter James Hoffman delves into the intricate traditions and practices of the Mide'wiwin, also known as the "Grand Medicine Society," of the Ojibwa people. Drawing on his firsthand observations and interviews with Ojibwa elders, Hoffman provides a detailed account of the rituals, ceremonies, and beliefs that define this ancient spiritual and healing society. Through vivid descriptions and insightful analysis, Hoffman illuminates the role of the Mide'wiwin in Ojibwa society, highlighting its importance in maintaining cultural continuity and spiritual connection. He explores the symbolic significance of the society's rituals, such as the use of sacred objects and the invocation of spiritual beings, shedding light on the profound spiritual beliefs that underpin Ojibwa cosmology. Hoffman's meticulous research and deep respect for Ojibwa culture are evident throughout the work, making it a valuable resource for scholars and readers interested in indigenous spirituality and traditional healing practices. The detailed accounts of ceremonies and teachings offer a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the Mide'wiwin, enriching our understanding of this vital aspect of Ojibwa culture. Overall, Hoffman's study is a testament to the enduring power and resilience of indigenous traditions, offering readers a compelling portrait of the Mide'wiwin and its enduring significance in Ojibwa society. First Page: [Transcriber’s Note: This e text includes a few characters that can only be viewed with utf 8 (unicode) encoding: ā ē ī ō ū : vowel with macron (“long” mark) ă ĕ ĭ ŏ ŭ : vowel with breve (“short” mark) ⁿ : small raised n If these characters do not display properly in particular, if the diacritic does not appear directly above the letter or if the quotation marks in this paragraph appear as garbage, you may need to change your text reader’s “file encoding” or “character set”, or use a different font. Note that the accent marks, as in “Midē´wiwin,” are not meant to display on top of any letter. As a last resort, use the ascii 7 version of this file instead. The music is available in two forms, collected in the “files” directory associated with the .html version of this text. simplified lilypond files (extension .ly), with lyrics and dynamic markings omitted. MIDI (playable sound) files for each song. Each [Music] tag includes a page number for cross reference. Variant spellings and typographical errors are listed at the end of the text. Bracketed passages other than footnotes or illustration tags are in the original.] THE MIDĒ´WIWIN OR “GRAND MEDICINE SOCIETY” of THE OJIBWA... Continue reading book >>

The Mide'wiwin or "Grand Medicine Society" of the Ojibwa Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 143-300 By: Walter James Hoffman (1846-1899)

In this comprehensive study, Walter James Hoffman delves into the intricate traditions and practices of the Mide'wiwin, also known as the "Grand Medicine Society," of the Ojibwa people. Drawing on his firsthand observations and interviews with Ojibwa elders, Hoffman provides a detailed account of the rituals, ceremonies, and beliefs that define this ancient spiritual and healing society.

Through vivid descriptions and insightful analysis, Hoffman illuminates the role of the Mide'wiwin in Ojibwa society, highlighting its importance in maintaining cultural continuity and spiritual connection. He explores the symbolic significance of the society's rituals, such as the use of sacred objects and the invocation of spiritual beings, shedding light on the profound spiritual beliefs that underpin Ojibwa cosmology.

Hoffman's meticulous research and deep respect for Ojibwa culture are evident throughout the work, making it a valuable resource for scholars and readers interested in indigenous spirituality and traditional healing practices. The detailed accounts of ceremonies and teachings offer a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the Mide'wiwin, enriching our understanding of this vital aspect of Ojibwa culture.

Overall, Hoffman's study is a testament to the enduring power and resilience of indigenous traditions, offering readers a compelling portrait of the Mide'wiwin and its enduring significance in Ojibwa society.

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[Transcriber’s Note:

This e text includes a few characters that can only be viewed with utf 8 (unicode) encoding: ā ē ī ō ū : vowel with macron (“long” mark) ă ĕ ĭ ŏ ŭ : vowel with breve (“short” mark) ⁿ : small raised n If these characters do not display properly in particular, if the diacritic does not appear directly above the letter or if the quotation marks in this paragraph appear as garbage, you may need to change your text reader’s “file encoding” or “character set”, or use a different font. Note that the accent marks, as in “Midē´wiwin,” are not meant to display on top of any letter. As a last resort, use the ascii 7 version of this file instead.

The music is available in two forms, collected in the “files” directory associated with the .html version of this text. simplified lilypond files (extension .ly), with lyrics and dynamic markings omitted. MIDI (playable sound) files for each song. Each [Music] tag includes a page number for cross reference.

Variant spellings and typographical errors are listed at the end of the text. Bracketed passages other than footnotes or illustration tags are in the original.]

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Book sections
Illustration Of The Method Of Recording Indian Languages From the First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology, Smithsonian Institution	A Study of Pueblo Pottery as Illustrative of Zuñi Culture Growth. Fourth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1882-83, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1886, pages 467-522	Navajo Silversmiths Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1880-1881, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1883, pages 167-178
Indian Linguistic Families Of America, North Of Mexico Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 1-142	Casa Grande Ruin Thirteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1891-92, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1896, pages 289-318	The Repair Of Casa Grande Ruin, Arizona, in 1891 Fifteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1893-94, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1897, pages 315-348
Throwing-sticks in the National Museum Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1883-'84, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1890, pages 279-289	Navajo weavers Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology	Animal Carvings from Mounds of the Mississippi Valley Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1880-81, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1883, pages 117-166
Navaho Houses, pages 469-518 Seventeenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1895-1896, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1898	Illustrated Catalogue of the Collections Obtained from the Indians of New Mexico in 1880Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology	Illustrated Catalogue Of The Collections Obtained From The Indians Of New Mexico And Arizona In 1879Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology
On the Evolution of Language First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1879-80, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1881, pages 1-16	The Seminole Indians of Florida Fifth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1883-84, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1887, pages 469-532	The Mide'wiwin or "Grand Medicine Society" of the Ojibwa Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 143-300
Illustrated Catalogue of the Collections Obtained from the Pueblos of Zuñi, New Mexico, and Wolpi, Arizona, in 1881Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology	The Cliff Ruins of Canyon de Chelly, Arizona Sixteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1894-95, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1897, pages 73-198	Aids to the Study of the Maya Codices Sixth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1884-85, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1888, pages 253-372
A Study of Pueblo Architecture: Tusayan and Cibola Eighth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1886-1887, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 3-228	Form and Ornament in Ceramic Art	Aboriginal Remains in Verde Valley, Arizona Thirteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1891-92, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1896, pages 179-262
Zuñi Fetiches Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1880-1881, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1883, pages 3-45	Notes on Certain Maya and Mexican Manuscripts Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1881-82, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1884, pages 3-66	Eighth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1886-1887, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891
The Mountain Chant, A Navajo Ceremony Fifth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1883-84, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1887, pages 379-468	Sketch of the Mythology of the North American Indians First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1879-80, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1881, pages 17-56	Studies in Central American Picture-Writing First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1879-80, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1881, pages 205-245
The Sacred Formulas of the Cherokees Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 301-398	Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891	Ancient art of the province of Chiriqui, Colombia Sixth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1884-1885, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1888, pages 3-188
First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution 1879-1880, Government Printing Office 1881

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