"Heyoka Merrifield's Eyes of Wisdom is set in a time when elders were cherished and spirits was all-important to people. This fictional story covers several generations of characters with simplicity and grace. Owl journeys from boyhood to respected and beloved medicine teacher for his people. Merrifield's story offers profound lessons from American Indian traditions. By sharing Owl's journey, we are given valuable knowledge to enhance our own spiritual journeys.
The book's lovely cover invites readers to step into the past and learn from its teachings. Eyes of Wisdom is well written and allows readers a quit break from the fast pace or modern life. The book is small but presents a story with meaning large enough to add peace and purpose to readers' daily lives."
Reva Shaddock
Angels' Rest
Atlanta, Texas
"Many stories circulate regarding the Myth of White Buffalo Woman, shrouded in mystery, full of teaching for those who will hear.
Heyoka Merrifield weaves the pieces together with his intuitive and creative abilities. He presents the story of White Buffalo Woman as told through the eyes of two brothers on their journey through life. The story is so compelling that we are moved to hunt for our own path.
The writing style is so strong, that I felt I was sitting by a campfire, being told the story by the man who lived it.
The characters in "EYES OF WISDOM" bring a tender and poignant look at a like and time few of us can conceive of. We have a glimpse of a tradition and belief system that stands on the very principles and truths we all value. through the differences in culture, Heyoka shows us the similarities we have at our core - the core of which must resurface in order to walk with the Eyes of Wisdom."
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"There is a Native American legend that tells of the Goddess, White Buffalo Woman, who cam to Earth bringing a sacred pipe made of red stone. She lingered a while and taught the people a spiritual path called the Way of the Sacred Pipe. "This pipe," she told them, "is to be your altar and a way to gather all the Powers of the Universe."
Drawing from many stories about White Buffalo Woman as well as his own experiences, Heyoka Merrifield has beautifully retold the legend in the form of a novel. As the people learn and share the Way of the Pipe with others, the Vision Quest, the Sundance and the path of Spirit are revealed. Without doubt, this myth is one of the treasures in humanity's heritage. the book is illustrated with fourteen sepia-tone plates of the author's extraordinary artwork in jewelry and sculpture."
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