DCHP-3

Giver of Life

DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

Entry from the DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

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a literal translation of the Gitchi Manitou, considered by Christian Indians and whites as the Indian manifestation or concept of God.

See: Great Spirit(def. 1)

Quotations

1814
It consisted of a number of short sentences, expressive of gratitude to the "Giver of Life" for having given them spirits and strength to travel so far to see their Father.