Women Are Sacred: 11 Native American Quotes About Women

3- The Old Ones say the Native American women will lead the healing among the tribes. Inside them are the powers of love and strength given by the Moon and the Earth. When everyone else gives up, it is the women who sings the songs of strength. She is the backbone of the people. So, to our women we say, sing your songs of strength; pray for your special powers; keep our people strong; be respectful, gentle, and modest. -Village Wise Man, Lakota

4- The honor of the people lies in the moccasin tracks of the woman.

5- “A people is not defeated until the hearts of its women are on the ground.”– Cheyenne saying

6- “Always do what your mother asks!”

7- The Elders say the men should look at women in a sacred way. The men should never put women down or shame them in any way. When we have problems, we should seek their counsel. We should share with them openly. A woman has intuitive thought. She has access to another system of knowledge that few men develop. She can help us understand. We must treat her in a good way.

8- A spear is a big responsibility. I am one with the Earth. All around me my land is beauty. Navajo (Dine) Chants