7 Grandfather Teachings

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The Seven Grandfather Teachings represent a series of principles guiding human behavior towards others. These teachings: Wisdom, Love, Respect, Bravery, Honesty, Humility, and Truth have been essential since traditional times and remain crucial for the survival of communities today.

The dates for these in-person teachings are:
January 16, 30
February 13, 27
March 12, 26
April 9

Time: 11:30 a.m.

Location: Luther College UofR Student Lounge, main floor.

Each teaching will begin with a smudge, followed by soup and bannock. We encourage people to attend all 7 sessions as these are presented as a whole teaching. Certificates will be provided to those who have attended all 7.

The 7 Grandfather Teachings has concluded, below are links to all of the recordings:

Teaching One:  Love         https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aI_4qrmAFqc
Teaching Two:  Humility    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=noQ4wPM6r9U
Teaching Three:  Respect    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8F2SePnmAc
Teaching Four:  Truth            https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3qYYk7v3R4
Teaching Five:  Courage       https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5Yv87kY9bM
Teaching Six:  Honesty          https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTNvkLVX-_Q
Teaching Seven:  Wisdom     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETsqaUNeC8c