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 By: Washington Matthews (1843-1905)
The Mountain Chant, A Navajo Ceremony, written by Washington Matthews, is a fascinating and insightful exploration of Navajo culture and spirituality. Through detailed descriptions and explanations, Matthews provides readers with a deep understanding of the Mountain Chant ceremony and its significance in Navajo tradition. The book delves into the intricate rituals and chants that are performed during the ceremony, shedding light on the spiritual beliefs and practices of the Navajo people. Matthews' writing is both informative and engaging, making it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of the Navajo. One of the standout features of the book is Matthews' attention to detail and his dedication to accurately portraying the Mountain Chant ceremony. His meticulous research and firsthand experience with the Navajo culture shine through in his writing, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American traditions. Overall, The Mountain Chant, A Navajo Ceremony is a captivating read that offers a unique glimpse into the spiritual world of the Navajo people. Matthews' expertise and passion for the subject are evident throughout the book, making it a must-read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Native American spirituality and culture. First Page: [Transcriber's Note: This e text is intended for readers who cannot use the "real" (unicode, utf 8) version of the file. Characters that could not be fully displayed have been "unpacked" and shown in brackets: [ a] [ i] (a, i with macron or "long" sign) [`y] [)e] (y with grave accent; e with breve or "short" sign) [n] (small raised "n") ¢ [¢] (lower case and upper case "c with slash") The author's "Note on Orthography" has been left in its original location, between the table of contents and list of illustrations. Except for Illustration markers and the characters noted above, all brackets are in the original text. Any errors are listed at the end of the e text.] Smithsonian Institution Bureau Of Ethnology. THE MOUNTAIN CHANT: A NAVAJO CEREMONY. by Dr. WASHINGTON MATTHEWS, U.S.A. CONTENTS. [Numbers in {braces} are paragraph numbers, added to the Table of Contents by the transcriber.] Page. Introduction 385 {1} Myth of the origin of dsilyídje qaçàl ... Continue reading book >>

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 By: Washington Matthews (1843-1905)

The Mountain Chant, A Navajo Ceremony, written by Washington Matthews, is a fascinating and insightful exploration of Navajo culture and spirituality. Through detailed descriptions and explanations, Matthews provides readers with a deep understanding of the Mountain Chant ceremony and its significance in Navajo tradition.

The book delves into the intricate rituals and chants that are performed during the ceremony, shedding light on the spiritual beliefs and practices of the Navajo people. Matthews' writing is both informative and engaging, making it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of the Navajo.

One of the standout features of the book is Matthews' attention to detail and his dedication to accurately portraying the Mountain Chant ceremony. His meticulous research and firsthand experience with the Navajo culture shine through in his writing, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American traditions.

Overall, The Mountain Chant, A Navajo Ceremony is a captivating read that offers a unique glimpse into the spiritual world of the Navajo people. Matthews' expertise and passion for the subject are evident throughout the book, making it a must-read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Native American spirituality and culture.

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[Transcriber's Note:

This e text is intended for readers who cannot use the "real" (unicode, utf 8) version of the file. Characters that could not be fully displayed have been "unpacked" and shown in brackets:

[ a] [ i] (a, i with macron or "long" sign) [`y] [)e] (y with grave accent; e with breve or "short" sign) [n] (small raised "n") ¢ [¢] (lower case and upper case "c with slash")

The author's "Note on Orthography" has been left in its original location, between the table of contents and list of illustrations.

Except for Illustration markers and the characters noted above, all brackets are in the original text. Any errors are listed at the end of the e text.]

Smithsonian Institution Bureau Of Ethnology.

THE MOUNTAIN CHANT:

A NAVAJO CEREMONY.

Dr. WASHINGTON MATTHEWS, U.S.A.

CONTENTS.

[Numbers in {braces} are paragraph numbers, added to the Table of Contents by the transcriber.]

Page. Introduction 385 {1} Myth of the origin of dsilyídje qaçàl ... Continue reading book >>

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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