"Grown men can learn from very little children for the hearts of little children are pure. Therefore, the Great Spirit may show to them many things which older people miss."

"But I think I have done right to save the vision in this way, even though I may die sooner because I did it; for I know the meaning of the vision is wise and beautiful and good; and you can see that I am only a pitiful old man after all."

"After the horse dance was over, it seemed that I was above the ground and did not touch it when I walked."

"And as he spoke of understanding, I looked up and saw the rainbow leap with flames of many colors over me."

"I don't believe in life after death. But I do believe in some grinding destiny that watches over us on earth. If I didn't, the safety valve would give and the boiler would explode."

"There is no fundamental difference between the preparation for death and the practice of dying, and spiritual practice leading to enlightenment."

"He was a great patriot, a humanitarian, a loyal friend provided, of course, he really is dead."

"The best place a person can die, is where they die for others."