This book represents a compilation of past and contemporary quotations by American Indians that reflect Indian philosophy and traditional knowledge. By including contemporary sayings, the book demonstrates that while peoples and conditions have changed, the basic perspectives of Indian peoples remain constant. Quotations cover values; spirituality and religion; tradition and history; women and men; children and education; economics, money, and power; land and environment; insight and appreciation; philosophy and culture; leadership; struggle, conflict, and treaties; justice, reconciliation, and peace; and community. Each quotation includes the name of the speaker and date. A list of sources for copyrighted works and an index of speakers are included. (LP)