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The Cree have always been very cautious about discussing their religion with outsiders, so it is shrouded in mystery even today. The concepts of a "great spirit" and "evil spirit" may only have evolved after contact with white missionaries and exposure to Christian ideas.
A definitely indigenous feature was the "cannibal giant" (wi-htikow) who was greatly feared - a kind of bogey man used to keep children quiet and prevent them wandering away from camp.
All living things, and certain inanimate objects, were thought to have manitowok - spirits. Powerful animal spirits could provide protection in war, success in hunting and luck in love. Certain men and women were thought to have more than the ordinary amount of spiritual power and these were considered "medicine men" or shamans, although there was nothing like a priesthood among the Cree.
Ceremonies included the "Sun Dance" or "Thirst Dance", the sweatbath and the mysterious "shaking tent" ritual - this is an extremely difficult thing to explain or understand, but you may find some details on the internet.
The dead were either buried along with many of their possessions in a grave, or exposed on a wooden scaffold.
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Where did the name Cree come from?
It came from the Cree people themselves which was originally spelled "Khri" original home of the Cree was in the vicinity of the Koko-nor, that is Khri Lake, in northeastern Tibet. Chinese or Tibetan history and Cree tradition may supply the answer! Native Americans however are consider to be cousins of Chinese, Koreans, Japanese, etc., but are still categorized under the same race as them as Mongoloids.
What kind of weapons did the cree use?
The Cree weapons were: bow and arrows, spears, clubs and knives.
What did woodland cree people use to make bowls?
They used their feet.
What did the wood land cree wear?
Cree Indian women wore long dresses with removable sleeves. Cree men wore breechcloths and leggings. The Crees also wore moccasins on their feet and cloaks or ponchos in bad weather. Later, Cree people adapted European costume like blouses and jackets into their own style using beadwork, embroidery, and ribbon appliques. Here is a photograph of a Cree buckskin jacket, and some photos and links about Native American clothes in general. By tradition, the Crees wore fur or leather caps decorated with feathers. Some Cree warriors wore a porcupine roach instead. (Roaches are made of porcupine hair, not their sharp quills!) In the 1800's, some Cree chiefs began wearing long headdresses like their neighbors the Sioux. Cree men and women both wore their hair in two long braids. The Crees painted their faces with bright colors for special occasions. They used different patterns for war paint, religious ceremonies, and festive decoration. Cree people also wore tribal tattoo art on their faces, hands, and bodies. Today, some Cree people still use moccasins or a buckskin shirt, but they wear modern clothes like jeans instead of breechcloths and they only wear feathers in their hair on special occasions like a dance.
How many tipi poles do Cree use to build a tepee?
15 poles.
Name of religious tradition?
Baptism is a religious tradition.
What religious tradition most likely influenced the method of the monks storytelling?
The use of parables to teach religious concepts.
What religious tradition most likely influenced the method of the monk's storytelling?
The use of parables to teach religious concepts.
Is tradition and religious practice the same?
Tradition is based on clans,and religious practices are practiced from those who practice them.
What did cree use moose for?
Food
1 month baby Chinese celebration is a tradition or religious?
Tradition
Is Easter just a religious tradition?
no
Where did the name Cree come from?
It came from the Cree people themselves which was originally spelled "Khri" original home of the Cree was in the vicinity of the Koko-nor, that is Khri Lake, in northeastern Tibet. Chinese or Tibetan history and Cree tradition may supply the answer! Native Americans however are consider to be cousins of Chinese, Koreans, Japanese, etc., but are still categorized under the same race as them as Mongoloids.
How do you say welcome in cree?
Welcome in Cree (generally as there are a number of Cree dialects including northern, plains and swampy) is: WachiyaHello is :Tansi
What did the cree use to make their cloths?
donkey
What tools did the Cree use to make their clothing?
donkey
What kind of weapons did the cree use?
The Cree weapons were: bow and arrows, spears, clubs and knives.
