Quote by Black Elk

To use the power of the bison, I had to perform that part of my vision for the people to see.

To use the power of the bison, I had to perform that part of

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to harness the power and significance of the bison, the speaker needed to demonstrate and manifest their vision in a way that could be witnessed and understood by others. It implies that actions speak louder than words, and by embodying their vision, the speaker aimed to inspire and communicate its essence to the people. This interpretation emphasizes the importance of not just having a vision, but also taking concrete steps to bring it to life and share it with others.

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By Black Elk

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