The Oraibi Soyal Ceremony

By George Amos Dorsey

Book Overview

The Oraibi Soyal Ceremony is a book written by George A. Dorsey that explores the religious and cultural practices of the Hopi people of Arizona. The book is a detailed account of the Soyal ceremony, which is one of the most important and sacred ceremonies of the Hopi people. The Soyal ceremony is a winter solstice celebration that marks the beginning of the Hopi new year and is considered a time of renewal and purification. The book provides a comprehensive description of the ceremony, including its history, significance, and rituals. It also includes detailed illustrations and photographs that help to bring the ceremony to life. The author, George A. Dorsey, was an anthropologist who spent many years studying the Hopi people and their culture. His expertise and insights provide a unique perspective on the Soyal ceremony and the Hopi way of life.Overall, The Oraibi Soyal Ceremony is a fascinating and informative book that offers a rare glimpse into the spiritual practices and beliefs of the Hopi people. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American culture, anthropology, or religious studies.The Stanley McCormick Hopi Expedition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162973595
• ISBN13: 9781162973593
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 140 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"