Presents the history of the Native American religions, starting from their roots as tribal religions, and then details the detrimental effects of European colonization, the annihilation of the Native Americans that threatened the religions, and their restoration in the 20th century.

Introduction: the sacred way -- The spirit world and the sacred way -- Creating the world: the oral tradition -- Native American ceremonies and rituals -- Wholeness and healing -- The path of life -- Native American religions and Christianity -- Native American religions today.