In his third published work, Crosslin Smith, Elder and Spiritual Leader of the Cherokee Nation, gives us a fascinating collection of short stories drawn from is lifetime of healing in the traditional Keetoowah way. These stories and reflections help illustrate Keetoowah Cherokee teachings of unity and connection - to each other as human beings, to the Creator, and to the land and all life. Combining personal accounts, memoir, guest testimony, and a transcribed interview, this book of heali...

Original Truths are the foundation upon which Crosslin Smith has lived his life. These truths are what Crosslin wants to share. In his words, "It is time for all to know." These truths are guideposts in helping those who want to experience health, inner peace and peace among all people. This knowledge being shared is a message for all humankind regardless of race, color or creed.This message and the messenger originate from the Keetoowah Society, the traditional spiritual society w...

The contents of this book relate to the unwritten bylaws of the traditional Cherokee people known as the Keetoowah Society. They were previously unwritten because Keetoowah people kept the bylaws in their heads and continually lived them. Each day, in all that they did, they kept the bylaws alive. The Creator gave these Original Teachings to all people. Racism has no place in them. What I am relating in this book is intended for all humanity.The reason for writing this book is that...