Dreams tell many stories. Within Lakota society the vision quest is a means of helping one determine the meaning of dreams.
This week, despite slight delays due to unforeseen circumstances, we have looked at the vision quest of the Lakota. In this concept, we see another nearly universal trait. Moreover, even in the modern era the vision quest is used to assist when an individual has reached a crossroad in life. I have decided to look at the anatomy of a vision quest to show just how complicated it can be. More than just dreams, visions contain powerful images--signs and portents that can help an individual reach important conclusions.
