American Native Quote and Native American Prayers

Below is our American Native quote collection that illustrate Native American spirituality and cultural beliefs about life and death. Use Native American prayers to comfort a grieving loved one or to remind you how to lead your life.

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Native American Prayers (Author Unknown)

Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow;
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain;
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there; I did not die.

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