Native American Religions
Belief systems, practices, rituals, and spiritual traditions followed by various indigenous tribes and cultures of North and South America prior to European colonization. These religions typically involve reverence for nature, ancestors, and the spirit world, with ceremonies often involving drumming, chanting, dancing, and the use of sacred plants. Key concepts include animism, shamanism, vision quests, and a deep connection to the land. Traditional beliefs are passed down orally and vary greatly among different tribes and geographical regions.