For your actions in protection of our Mni (water) and Unci Maka (lands) Mr. President, myself and the Oglala Lakota Nation want to thank you. It is my personal opinion that Wakan Tanka intended that we do so simply because he made it possible. Diana Frances 9/23/20 Diana Frances 9/23/20. Press ‘Ctrl F’ to open a search box in your browser to search specific Lakota or English words that appear on this page. Lakota: Tunkasila, Tunkasila Unci Maka, Unci Maka le miyeye! Please take a moment to help get our words, thoughts, and prayers out to the world, all over Unci Maka, that Lakota People, and many other Red Nations people, we have painted our faces. le miyeye! Showing 1-1 of 1 messages. Dimensions: 28”h x 17”w x 6”d . Thanks. In Lakota, we call our home Unci Maka, which means Grandmother Earth. This lack of knowledge is pretty common among many present day Lakota. The Red, White, Black, Yellow. ( Log Out /  All that lives on Unci Maka (Grandmother Earth) is our relation and the Great Hoop of Life encapsulates all living beings everywhere, in every plane of existence and on every planet. Reverence and respect were practiced by the human. “And knowing that if we continually destroy and take, that eventually it’s going to end. Diana Frances 9/23/20 Diana Frances 9/23/20. This is the day when humanity publicly renews their commitment to the environmental stewardship of Unci Maka. The symbol that has come to represent the Lakota Way (Spiritual Tradition) and gradually the Lakota People ourselves is the Medicine Wheel. Overtime, via migrations and cross-breeding between these colors, new colors/shades of Two-Legged were born. bloka(blo-kah)…. For sacred water, for Unci Maka, for our generations. Indeed, any Two-Legged of any race can become a Lakota if they choose the Lakota Way. All of Creator’s beings are needed, and contribute to life on Unci Maka (Grandmother Earth). Wakan Tanka, Wakan Tanka Unci Maka, Unci Maka le miyeye! A civilization with proven tradition and culture emerged. Thus, Above and Below are represented again. Thanks. 12 hrs. Turtle–Kéya The turtle is a sacred creature among Native American tribes. Our allies up north have painted their faces. Please take a moment to help get our words, thoughts, and prayers out to the world, all over Unci Maka, that Lakota People, and many other Red Nations people, we have painted our faces. Our allies up north have painted their faces. Pardon? For sacred water, for Unci Maka, for our generations. Wakan Tanka (God) placed the Yellow Two Leggeds in the East (Asia), The Red in the West (North/South America), the White in the North (Europe/parts of the Middle East) and the Black in the South (Africa, parts of the Pacific Isles region and Australia). Our lands were pristine and pure, offering abundant sustenance. We are not alone. More than anything, Michael loved his Lakota people and culture. We-hi-ya, we-hi-yo-a-we, a-yo-we-yo-he... A-he-a-ya, we-hi-ya-a-ha-ya, a-ya-ya, we-hi-yo-ho-we-yo-he, We-hi-ya-a-ha, we-hi-yo-he-a-ya, we-hi-yo, we-hi yo-ho-we-yo-he-yo. Their prayers are offered to celebrate the reemergence of life awakened by the clashing of the Wakinyan Oyate upon Unci Maka (Mother Earth) said Wakan Wicasa Richard Moves Camp. My paternal grandfather grew up on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation and my mother is a Metis. There was a photo widely shared on social media last week. Palms On Buffalo Skull: With Maka Unci, We Are Never Alone Two poems to usher in summer by Lois Red Elk (Dakota/Lakota) as we contemplate … That shared, the Spirits have most definately indicated that those with the most Lakota blood should be our leaders. Period. Office: 605-685-1868 Fax: 605-685-1870 Sie notierten viele dieser Lektionen für die Wintererzählungen und lehrten der jüngeren Generation aufmerksam und respektvoll mit der Schöpfung umzugehen. We are all One People and are able to have children with each other. The Cangleska Wakan, Sacred Circle or Hoop, is based on the Sioux concept that everything in the universe is related. Their prayers are offered to celebrate the reemergence of life awakened by the clashing of the Wakinyan Oyate upon Unci Maka (Mother Earth) said Wakan Wicasa Richard Moves Camp. An initiative of Owe Aku and Prairie Dust Films, the Lakota Media Project began in 2003 to mentor Lakota youth and women on documentary film-making. For sacred water, for Unci Maka, for our generations. Poles(for a tipi)/TUSU/due-shue. Point out(to)/EPAZO KE S E/ay-pah-zoh kay s ay. What does the Lakota Medicine Wheel symbolize? Please take a moment to help get our words, thoughts, and prayers out to the world, all over Unci Maka, that Lakota People, and many other Red Nations people, we have painted our faces. Indigenous Peoples’ Day amplifies the profound and powerful call to a higher consciousness by Indigenous Peoples and youth who continue to be the first line of defense for Unci Maka . In the the beginning Four Colors of Two Legged (Human Beings) were placed on Unci Maka (Grandmother Earth). Unci Maka - Grandmother Earth by Ayla Schafer, released 05 January 2017 Unci Maka, Oh Makiayo Tunkasila, Pila maya yelo heya heya hey..... Cura cura, sana sana, cura mi familia x2 Wakantanka, Wakantanka lleva mi alma Doy Gracias por mi vida (Translation from Lakota) Grandmother Earth, I am praying to you Great spirit, I give gratitude cure cure, heal heal, heal my family. the male of animals blotahonka(blo-tah-hoon-kah…. The Lakota year began in March with the first day of spring. We are equal in the eyes of Wakan Tanka (God). ... Unci Maka Wakan Winyan. Lakota Traditional ; Aus dem Album Septemberlieder 1 Sinngemäße Übersetzung: Unci Maka (Großmutter Erde) Schöpfergeist (Ursprung allen Lebens) sie mich an, es ist ein schwieriger Weg den ich auf unserer heiligen Erde mit Respekt und Achtung als Freund und Teil von ihr gehe. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. Crossroads Blues $680. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. the male of animals blotahonka(blo-tah-hoon-kah…. In addition, all Human Beings are open to all other Human Beings as potential spouses…regardless of their color. For your actions in protection of our Mni (water) and Unci Maka (lands) Mr. President, myself and the Oglala Lakota Nation want to thank you. Tupelo Honey $430. Price: $710. Written By Diana Frances. bloka(blo-kah)…. But you must choose the Lakota Way of Life…The Lakota Way of Being. Unci Maka (Lakota for Earth Mother) $710. For sacred water, for Unci Maka, for our generations. Grandmother Spirit Grandmother Spirit This is the song we sing. It exemplifies the compelling belief that all things that exist are connected in one continuous process of growth and progression. Thank-you. Please take a moment to help get our words, thoughts, and prayers out to the world, all over Unci Maka, that Lakota People, and many other Red Nations people, we have painted our faces. Wakan Tanka, Wakan Tanka Unci Maka, Unci Maka le miyeye! Plow/MAKA IYUBLU/mah-kah ee-yue-blue. Unci Maka is a Lakota name for our beautiful planet. Unci Maka is a Lakota name for our beautiful planet. Das ist der Weg meines Lebens. Read More. The paint style reminds me of Mother Earth and the surrounding universe so I have dedicated my art to the health and happiness of Mother Earth and all the beautiful creatures she keeps. "Please take a moment to help get our words, thoughts, and prayers out to the world, all over Unci Maka, that Lakota People, and many other Red Nations people, we have painted our faces. If interested, contact me for colors, prices and sizes. Our allies up north have painted their faces. The color blue represents Skan, Grandfather Sky. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Mixed Media. My American Indian side is Iyeska Lakota (un-enrolled) & Metis. These frameworks in the ways in which settler colonialism manifest itself historically to today are absolutely crucial to understand for social movements, allies (whatever that means), and for peoples whom are truly seeking liberation. Traducerea cântecului „Unci Maka” interpretat de Calvin Standing Bear din Lakota în Engleză Deutsch English Español Français Hungarian Italiano Nederlands Polski Português (Brasil) Română Svenska Türkçe Ελληνικά Български Русский Српски العربية فارسی 日本語 한국어 The Lakota, members of the family of the Great Sioux Nation of North America, have a very rich spirituality and a deep respect for all life, visible and invisible. Each tribe’s cultural view of the turtle/tortoise, is slightly different; however, the deeper meaning remains the same: the turtle represents Uncí Maká, Lakóta for Mother Earth, who teaches us to walk our paths in peace. My hunka (adopted) father was a Lakota Holy Man and I was raised/trained in traditional Plains Indian thought. Diana Frances 9/23/20 Diana Frances 9/23/20. from Santee Luke Witt Lakota-Waldorf Teacher As I walk along Unci Maka (Mother Earth) I feel my moccasins upon her, Cold but yet comforting. The Moccasins on the Ground , a grassroots resistance training, focuses on skills, tactics, and techniques of nonviolent direct action in three day training camps. Yuha wauwelo, he-ho Thanks! Our allies up north have painted their faces. Our way of life is such that we live in appreciation that she provides for us and we believe it is our sacred trust that we act as caregivers to her. by Michelle Lamb. Reverence and respect were practiced by the human. Point (Sharp) / PESTOLA / pay - shdoh - lah. His essence could no longer live in Inyan’s “blood” and left it to surround itself around Unci Maka. Unci (Grandmother) Maka (Earth.) In the the beginning Four Colors of Two Legged (Human Beings) were placed on Unci Maka (Grandmother Earth). Ee-ahh-ee-oo: The sacred sounds for “Ilahinoor” which is the Turkish word for “Divine Light”.Gaia: From the Greek word yaia (gaia) meaning Earth or Mother Goddess of the Earth. "JUST OVER THE NEXT HILL": THE END OF THIS AGE HAS ARRIVED… le miyeye! Purchase or Request More Information . Tradition is the foundation of Lakota … So his power is in the air and water and is now known as Wakan Tanka (Great Embodiment). One of the most famous stories from Lakota mythology was about the adventures of Iktomi, the trickster spider god. Change ), I’M THE REAL THING: RETURN OF DAKOTA PIPE & THE DAKOTA UPRISING OF 1862, RACIAL HATRED FORBIDDEN: LAKOTA MEDICINE WHEEL SYMBOLISM. Diana Frances. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Ok, here is an image of a Lakota Medicine Wheel. Our lands were pristine and pure, offering abundant sustenance. An initiative of Owe Aku and Prairie Dust Films, the Lakota Media Project began in 2003 to mentor Lakota youth and women on documentary film-making. Plum (Wild) / KATA / kahn - dah. The symbol that has come to represent the Lakota Way (Spiritual Tradition) and gradually the Lakota People ourselves is the Medicine Wheel. Point / EPAZO/ ay - pah - zoh. Vision: All are in a lodge and the fire is out, drugs, alcohol, addiction has put out the fire because no one is tending to it. The symbol that has come to represent the Lakota Way (Spiritual Tradition) and gradually the Lakota People ourselves is the Medicine Wheel. Featured Last Real Indians October 11, 2020 Last Real Indians, Indigenous Peoples Day, Wakíŋyaŋ Skye LaPointe, environmental justice, Lakota, Unci Maka, Seattle Facebook 0 Twitter Reddit Tumblr Pinterest 0 0 Likes Approximate spelling This option allows you to type words without diacritics. Unci (Grandmother) Maka (Earth.) Search Press search or ENTER (on your keyboard) to look up the word you typed in the search field. Tradition is the foundation of Lakota society. Grandmother (Unci Maka) Grandmother (Unci Maka) Ohh (Wakan) Grandmother (Unci Maka) Grandmother (Unci Maka) Grandmother (Unci Maka) Ohh (Wakan) Grandmother Spirit Grandmother Spirit This is the song we bring. English Lakota Type an English word in the search field to look up its equivalent in Lakota. The annual observation of Earth Day is April 22. VIDEO: Lakota Media Project 'Moccasins on the Ground for Unci Maka' Posted on 11:58 by Unknown Lakota youths at Lakota Media Project produced this superb video for the protection of Mother Earth and in solidarity to halt the Keystone XL pipeline of dirty crude oil targeting their land and water. The Lakota call the world Unci Maka, meaning grandmother earth, denoting an ancient kinship. Of course, says Blacksmith, one needn’t be Lakota – or even Indigenous – to respect and value these petroglyphs or any others. Lakota: Tunkasila, Tunkasila Unci Maka, Unci Maka le miyeye! They recorded many of these lessons on winter counts and taught younger generations to be observant and respectful to all of creation. His essence could no longer live in Inyan’s “blood” and left it to surround itself around Unci Maka. Next. Previous. My White side is mostly Gael & Y'an-gee (aka Yankee). le miyeye! No one is above or below any other on this Planet. ( Log Out /  For sacred water, for Unci Maka, for our generations. Here is the story I was taught regarding what it really symbolizes. Unci Maka means "Mother Earth" in Lakota. “If you harm the Earth, then you’re harming yourself,” said Lyle Jack, who was the development manager for the Oglala Sioux Tribe Office of Economic Development on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in western South Dakota until the department was defunded. A civilization with proven tradition and culture emerged. COVID-19: LAKOTA PROPHECY Here are two recent posts regarding the COVID-19 epidemic. “For your actions in protection of our Mni (water) and Unci Maka (lands) Mr. President, myself and the Oglala Lakota Nation want to thank you,” he said. Translation of 'Unci Maka' by Calvin Standing Bear from Lakota to English Deutsch English Español Français Hungarian Italiano Nederlands Polski Português (Brasil) Română Svenska Türkçe Ελληνικά Български Русский Српски العربية فارسی 日本語 한국어 Its a fact that we are no more at home than when we are supporting indigenous led efforts to protect the environment. Wasun Wiconiya Wakan Sacred Breath or Breath of Power Cave (Wind Cave) Lakota oral tradition tells us that the Lakota beginning on the surface of Unci Maka (Grandmother earth) began when Wasun Wiconiya Wakan provided the opening from which the Lakota emerged from their subterranean world to the surface of the world. “For your actions in protection of our Mni (water) and Unci Maka (lands) Mr. President, myself and the Oglala Lakota Nation want to thank you,” he said. Truthfully, this Medicine Wheel fails to have the colors in the right order…which likely stems from the maker lacking some cultural knowledge. advisors, leaders, to … … Over a year ago I shared with several friends that the first incident ushering in the major events of Lakota End of Age Prophecy Cycle would likely be a pandemic. The paint style reminds me of Mother Earth and the surrounding universe so I have dedicated my art to the health and happiness of Mother Earth and all the beautiful creatures she keeps. The Lakota Oyate observed and studied many beautiful natural phenomena on Unci Maka (un-chi ma-ka, grandmother earth). This prayer is sung in Lakota. They are made out of dyed porcupine quills. Projections include rates of species extinction, one hundred times higher, due to human activity and accelerated by centuries of colonialism. Please take a moment to help get our words, thoughts, and prayers out to the world, all over Unci Maka, that Lakota People, and many other Red Nations people, we have painted our faces. The main page's background represents Unci Maka, Grandmother Earth. It consists of four colors. Thus the Medicine Wheel symbolizes both the Four Directions and the Four Colors of Humanity. If interested, contact me for colors, prices and sizes. For sacred water, for Unci Maka, for our generations. For sacred water, for Unci Maka, for our generations. LAKOTA COUNTRY TIMES 29263 SD HWY 73, Martin, SD 57551. editor@lakotacountrytimes.com ads@lakotacountrytimes.com. Two major examples of such groups are Latinos/Hispanics from the Americas as well as Indians from India. Grandmother Spirit Grandmother Spirit This is the song we sing. advisors, leaders, to a large war party. Unci Maka, Oh Makiayo Tunkasila, Pila maya yelo heya heya hey..... Cura cura, sana sana, cura mi familia x2 Wakantanka, Wakantanka lleva mi alma Doy Gracias por mi vida (Translation from Lakota) Grandmother Earth, I am praying to you Great … In creating Unci Maka (grandmother earth), he bled out and shriveled up to become stone. View all posts by Kevin Meagher. So his power is in the air and water and is now … Unci Maka, Oh Makiayo Tunkasila, Pila maya yelo heya heya hey..... Cura cura, sana sana, cura mi familia x2 Wakantanka, Wakantanka lleva mi alma Doy Gracias por mi vida (Translation from Lakota) Grandmother Earth, I am praying to you Great spirit, I give gratitude cure cure, heal heal, heal my family. It consists of four colors. The Moccasins on the Ground , a grassroots resistance training, focuses on skills, tactics, and techniques of nonviolent direct action in three day training camps. That deep sense of kinship to place is why the world saw the “water protectors” give their all a few years ago when they fought against the Dakota Access Pipeline at Standing Rock Reservation. COVID-19: LAKOTA PROPHECY Here are two recent posts regarding the COVID-19 epidemic. Wakan Tanka will hold all those to account who racially abuse others. He was a sun dancer and pipe carrier and he felt a deep connection with Unci Maka, the earth. Unfortunately, not all humans care about Mother Earth. ( Log Out /  SICANGU LAKOTA . Plot/MAKA OYUSPE/mah-kah oh-yue-shpay. All Two Legged (regardless of color/ancestry) are equal to all other Two Legged. Chevalier. Unci Maka nawecijin na ya wowah'walakota wan. Read More. Indeed, those Lakota Men who are both 1) true Traditionals in worldview and 2) who can patrilineally trace their ancestry all the way back to the founder of the Lakota People (Eagle Man) in an unbroken chain…are to be our major political leaders. Unci Maka means "Mother Earth" in Lakota. Please take a moment to help get our words, thoughts, and prayers out to the world, all over Unci Maka, that Lakota People, and many other Red Nations people, we have painted our faces. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Grandmother (Unci Maka) Grandmother (Unci Maka) Ohh (Wakan) Grandmother (Unci Maka) Grandmother (Unci Maka) Grandmother (Unci Maka) Ohh (Wakan) Grandmother Spirit Grandmother Spirit This is the song we bring. Die Lakota Oyate beobachteten und studierten viele schöne Naturphänomene auf der Unci Maka (un-chi-ma-ka), Großmutter Erde. by Lois Red Elk-Reed. Unci Maka—or Mother Earth—is the giver of life in Lakota culture, so, naturally, protecting her is important to the Lakota people. So again, no, not everyone is Indigenous, we’re all children of Unci Maka absolutely, just not all Indigenous. ( Log Out /  If he cared about you, he would tease you relentlessly; he joked and created laughter everywhere he went. le miyeye! Yes…EVERY PLANET. Unci Maka, Oh Makiayo Tunkasila, Pila maya yelo heya heya hey Cura cura, sana sana, cura mi familia x2 Wakantanka, Wakantanka lleva mi alma Doy Gracias por mi vida (Translation from Lakota) Grandmother Earth, I am praying to you Great spirit, I give gratitude cure cure, heal heal, heal my family Great Spirit, carry my soul I give thanks for my life Thus, Above and Below are represented again. There are many symbols within the Lakota culture that represent convictions and spiritual beliefs. Plume / WACEHI/ wah - chay - hee. Featured Last Real Indians October 11, 2020 Last Real Indians, Indigenous Peoples Day, Wakíŋyaŋ Skye LaPointe, environmental justice, Lakota, Unci Maka, Seattle Facebook 0 Twitter Reddit Tumblr Pinterest 0 0 Likes Unci Maka (Lakota for Earth Mother) Sep 23. There are indeed other worlds that are right now supporting life…including intelligent life. Wasun Wiconiya Wakan Sacred Breath or Breath of Power Cave (Wind Cave) Lakota oral tradition tells us that the Lakota beginning on the surface of Unci Maka (Grandmother earth) began when Wasun Wiconiya Wakan provided the opening from which the Lakota emerged from their subterranean world to the surface of the world. Press ‘Ctrl F’ to open a search box in your browser to search specific Lakota or English words that appear on this page. Our allies up north have painted their faces. In the the beginning Four Colors of Two Legged (Human Beings) were placed on Unci Maka (Grandmother Earth). All those who claim that He taught them to be racist are lying or are following an entity masquerading as God. The Elders are busy looking at shined coins ignoring the plight of the people. In reality as far as the Grandfather Spirits or Wakan Tanka are concerned…if you are mixed race but descended from a Lakota OR where legitimately ceremonially adopted as Lakota…then you are Lakota. Palms On Buffalo Skull: With Maka Unci, We Are Never Alone Two poems to usher in summer by Lois Red Elk (Dakota/Lakota) as we contemplate the wisdom of Taku Wakan. We are all part of One Giant Two-Legged Family and our Nations Hoop is just One Hoop within the Great Hoop of Life. The Lakota call the world Unci Maka, meaning grandmother earth, denoting an ancient kinship. My name is Kevin Meagher. This blog and a nascent organization I have named the Traditional American Indian Alliance (TAIA) is my attempt to address this reality. VIDEO: Lakota Media Project 'Moccasins on the Ground for Unci Maka' Lakota youths at Lakota Media Project produced this superb video for the protection of Mother Earth and in solidarity to halt the Keystone XL pipeline of dirty crude oil targeting their land and water. One day in the not too far off future our descendants will snicker kindly at those Two-Legged who once denied this reality. The main page's background represents Unci Maka, Grandmother Earth. Read More. All of Creator’s beings are needed, and contribute to life on Unci Maka (Grandmother Earth). The Lakota, members of the family of the Great Sioux Nation of North America, have a very rich spirituality and a deep respect for all life, visible and invisible. "JUST OVER THE NEXT HILL": THE END OF THIS AGE HAS ARRIVED… Here is the story I was taught regarding what it really symbolizes. Over a year ago I shared with several friends that the first incident ushering in the major events of Lakota End of Age Prophecy Cycle would likely be a pandemic. I have never once witnessed the Lakota Grandfather Spirits ever prohibit a Lakota marrying a non-Lakota based on race. Reliquary of St. Computantis $900. Its a fact that we are no more at home than when we are supporting indigenous led efforts to … Previous. In creating Unci Maka (grandmother earth), he bled out and shriveled up to become stone. Available now . This prayer is sung in Lakota. Ee-ahh-ee-oo: The sacred sounds for “Ilahinoor” which is the Turkish word for “Divine Light”.Gaia: From the Greek word yaia (gaia) meaning Earth or Mother Goddess of the Earth. Our allies up north have painted their faces. Our allies up north have painted their faces. Here is the story I was taught regarding what it really symbolizes. It seems the ice on the trees are making there entrance with a beauty we all loveand come to know. The color blue represents Skan, Grandfather Sky. I am deeply concerned about the loss of true traditional knowledge among modern Indigenous peoples. It consists of four colors. Pole / SATA/ sah - dah. “I think it’s just understanding their relationship with Unci Maka…the Mother Earth,” comments Blacksmith. A-he-a-ya, we-hi-yo-ho-we-a-yo-ho-we-yo-he... We-hi-yo-he-hi-ya, we-hi-ya, we-hi-yo-a-we-yo-he-ho, Unci Maka nawecijin na ya wowah'walakota wan, We-hi-yo-he-hi-ya, we-hi-yo, we-hi-yo-a-we-yo-he-yo, Trekking over Grandmother Earth carefully, It is upon a difficult path I tread , (hé), Trekking over Grandmother Earth a careful friend, It is upon a difficult path I tread, (hé), بسیار زیبا و دوست داشتنی سپاس فراوان از شما . 2017. The night has long surpassed the days and the star nation gleems upon the snow. 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