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Disclaimer: The Sun Dance, though a shared dance in many of the Great Plains tribes, varied traditions and methods between communities. This lesson may make generalizations for the sake of condensation. 


Introduction

The Sun Dance is a powerful and sacred ritual practiced by many Great Plains tribes, such as the Cheyenne, Ponca, Crow, and Kiowa (to name a few). It is a time of renewal, community, and spiritual connection to the natural world. The Sun Dance is typically performed during the summer solstice, or prior to a major hunt/battle. The dance involves elements of self-sacrifice, whether through the form of embedded hooks in one’s skin, fasting, or simply nonstop dancing for days on end, for the improvement of both oneself and the community. 

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