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Park:
I can't say I ever read Kiowa Voices. It is mo' betta' to be there and hear it from the source - than to read about it.
My point is . . . when other tribes do this dance, they interpret it as they see fit. This includes adaptations that totally get away from its original intent.
The gourd dance is not reserved for only those in the military. I am really tired of hearing this over and over from SSooooooo many powwow announcers.
It is part of the ceremony belonging to the Tdienpaygah. One society within the hierarchy of Kiowa Societies.
Like the helushkas, it is a Man Dance!
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