Unknown Speaker addressing the
National Congress of American Indians
mid 1960's

"In early days we were close to nature.
We judged time, weather conditions, and
many things by the elements--the good earth,
the blue sky, the flying of geese, and the changing
winds. We looked to these for guidance and answers.

Our prayers and thanksgiving were said to the four winds --
To the East, from whence the new day was born;
To the South, which sent the warm breeze
Giving a feeling of comfort;
To the West, which ended the day and brought rest;
And to the North, the Mother of winter whose
Sharp air awakened a time of preparation
For the long days ahead.

We lived by God's hand through nature
And evaluated the changing winds to tell us
Or warn us of what was ahead.
Today we are again evaluating the changing winds.

May we be strong in spirit and equal
To our Fathers of another day, in reading the signs
Accurately and interpreting them wisely.

May Wah-Kon-Tah, the Great Spirit, look down
Upon us, guide us, inspire us, and give us
Courage and wisdom.

Above all, may He look down upon us
And be pleased."

Florida's First Inhabitants
Seminole (unconcurred/runaway), a North
American Indian tribe; originally part of Creek

A Floridian's Seminole Indian's

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