The Way Of The Circle by ShadowsNTime
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The "Way of The Circle" is passed from generation to generation, from Native elders to the children in the form of stories, traditions, customs and teachings.
1) When you arise each morning, give thanks to Creator, to the four directions, to Mother Earth, Father Sky and all your relations.
2) Remember that all things are connected.
3)All things have a purpose.
4)Honor others by treating them with kindness; always assume a guest is tired, cold or hungry. Provide them with the best of what you have to offer.
5) If you have more than you need for yourself and family consider a "giveaway" by giving to others.
6) You are bound by your WORD. You can not break it unless by permission of those you promise something to.
7) Seek harmony and balance in all things.
8) Share
9) Practice silence and patience in all things
10) Practice modesty in all things; boasting and loud behavior is not acceptable
11) Always ask permission and give thanks for all received
12) Be aware of what is around you, inside you and ALWAYS show RESPECT
13) Do not stare at others; drop your eyes as a sign of respect, especially in the presence of elders, teachers or honored persons.
14) Always greet a friend in passing
15) Never criticize or talk about anyone in a harmful way
16) Never TOUCH something that belongs to another without permission
17) Respect the PRIVACY of every person
18) Never interrupt
19) Listen with your heart
20) Learn from your experiences
21) Always remember a smile is sacred
22) Live each day as it comes
I have always found the way that Native peoples speak to be so simple and beautiful and yet so strong with purpose and deeply profound. In the majority of my native work I try to incorporate the circle because the circle represents the powerful "circle of life", unity without end. I hope you enjoy the way as it is put here. I will be playing catch up again, I am really tired and feeling a bit under the weather again:-(
Thanks for your visit, comments and previous favs.
Comments (32)
magnus073
This is such a wonderful image Lynn and you did a brilliant job of setting the mood with it. Your explanation was such a joy to read and the 22 thoughts words to live by. I'm so sorry your not feeling well and please don't message me until you are able. Hugs
cherokee1961
Absolutely beautiful and very well done! Hope you're feeling better real soon.
flavia49
fabulous colors!!!
MrsRatbag
Beautifully luminous and detailed; well done!
B_PEACOCK
Beautiful work Lynn . Funny how all true religion from the Native Americans to Christian beliefs are always so close together in what is truly how we are to live. Not all that I have a revelation on what God is really saying. They complicate things to much. It is really simple but man tries to make it to hard. That is why what you have written is so much more meaningful because that is how we are suppose to be . Simple math is all it is about really, but that seems to get lost so many times in man trying to figure out the simpleness of things. If that all made since Hope your feeling better soon Lynn
tennesseecowgirl
Wonderful work Lynn..
durleybeachbum
Marvellous philosophy, and a vibrant image!
emmecielle
Great work, Lynn! Thanks for sharing the teachings of the Native Americans! These words are very wise! Do not tire, I recommend... I hope that you will heal soon! Hugs
jmb007
une fractale educative et superbe great work
jendellas
Fabulous circle Lynn, beautiful vivid colours. Thanks for the teachings, very interesting.
bakapo
beautiful colors and design!
Fractal_Ken
Beautiful fractal with a lovely glow.
orig_buggy
I love your poem Lynn!!!! Chin up!! We're here for you!!
afugatt
Beautiful!
Eldeago
Beautiful M'Lady!
Styxx
Truly amazing my Friend! Sorry it has taken me so long to comment! Big Bug Hugs!
ragouc
Nice
BessieB
Bright and beautiful, the colours are stunning. If we all lived to these teachings the world would be a brighter place
virginiese Online Now!
nice vivid colors ! great fractals work
MagikUnicorn Online Now!
Very Beautiful
sandra46
excellent work!!!!
jeroni
Excellent work and perfect realisation
myrrhluz
Beautiful fractal and wise words. Excellently done! I hope you are feeling better soon.
Alex_Antonov
Very well done!
Hubba1
Reminds me of the old Dazzle screen saver, Awesome!
amota99517
This is so awesome and really speaks to the heart on so many levels. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and beautiful art this day.
drifterlee
Beautiful fractal!!!!!
JaneEden
Your image is delightful and so vibrant depicting your wonderful intro of the circle of life so beautifully Lynn. Please don't worry if you cannot catch up, hey neither can I my friend, but am doing my best that is all you can do, so it is okay. I hope you feel better real soon, hugs and love Jane xx
frieder
What a beautiful creation. So colorful and excellent presented.
danapommet
Thanks for sharing this wonderful message. I've saved this and printed it. I would ask your permission to put it on our frig. Rest and be well. Dana