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The Manitou and the Red Man Death Legend
An imprint of Indian lore explains the Manitou sizing mortal life for the Red Man. The supreme being sets a four year life, four year death cycle, with an alternate fate at the hunting ground above Peak for those faithful. The tale notes parallels with Nabi in Blackfeet legend as recorded by Grinnell.
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Mpalim
Red Man
Manitou
Hhildren
Blackfeet
Nabi
Earth
Grinnell