Quote by Charles Eastman

The clan is nothing more than a larger family, with its patriarchal chief as the natural head, and the union of several clans by intermarriage and voluntary connection constitutes the tribe.

The clan is nothing more than a larger family, with its patr

Summary

This quote conveys that the clan, a group of people who are related to each other, functions as an extended family. The leader of the clan, usually a male, serves as the primary authority figure. When multiple clans form connections through intermarriage and mutual agreements, they give rise to a larger unit called a tribe. Essentially, the quote emphasizes the hierarchical and interconnected nature of human societies, from small family units to broader tribal communities.

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By Charles Eastman

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