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At the age of about eight years, if he is a boy, she turns him over to his father for more Spartan training
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"At the age of about eight years, if he is a boy, she turns him over to his father for more Spartan training"

- Charles Eastman

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This quote by Charles Eastman is referring to the standard Native American upbringing of children. At the age of eight, kids were removed from their moms and provided to their dads for more extensive training. This training was meant to prepare them for their adult years and to teach them the abilities they would require to make it through in their environment. The dads were expected to teach their boys the values of their culture, such as respect for seniors, nerve, and self-discipline. The fathers also taught their children how to hunt, fish, and build shelters. This training was indicated to assist the kids end up being strong, independent, and accountable members of their people. The fathers were also anticipated to teach their sons the value of appreciating nature and the environment. This quote by Charles Eastman is a pointer of the importance of standard Native American values and the importance of passing them down to the next generation.

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Charles Eastman This quote is written / told by Charles Eastman between February 19, 1858 and January 8, 1939. He was a famous Author from Sioux. The author also have 25 other quotes.

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