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"Western philosophy has long held scientific rationalism in a place of honour. Reason, that particularly exalted human quality, has become steadily distanced from the metaphysical aspects of existence, such as spirit, faith, and intuition. In Tsawalk, hereditary chief Umeek introduces us to an alternative, indigenous worldview - an ontology drawn from Nuu-chah-nulth origin stories." "Umeek develops a theory of "Tsawalk," meaning "one," that views the nature of existence as an integrated and orderly whole, and thereby recognizes the intrinsic relationship between the physical and spiritual realms. By retelling and analyzing the origin stories of son of Raven and Son of Mucus, Umeek demonstrates how Tsawalk provides a viable theoretical alternative that both complements and expands the view of reality presented by Western science. Tsawalk, he argues, allows both Western and indigenous views to be combined in order to advance our understanding of the universe. In addition, he shows how various fundamental aspects of Nuu-chah-nulth society are based on Tsawalk, and what implications it has today for both Native and non-Native peoples." "A contribution to Native studies, anthropology, and philosophy, Tsawalk offers a complement to Western scientific worldviews."--BOOK JACKET.
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Includes bibliographical references: p. 137-139.
Includes index.
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