2. Native American Sweat Lodges By: Phil Schollmeier And Cally Swanson

3. History First ceremony Denial by the white men None are the same Men only One of the 7 sacred rites of the Lakota How the ceremony is used Central concept Traditional settings

4. 3 Basic Forms of Sweat Bath that are special to North America Hot rock method –Used by Navajos and Sioux Direct fire chamber heated by blazing logs Ancient heating duct system (sauna) –Mayan origin

5. Location and Preparation Type of area Doorway Firepit Gathering of firewood and rocks Size –Frame –Covering Water

7. Physical Benefits Rids the body of wastes Cleanse skin Benefits lungs Increases blood flow Protects from influenza

8. Symbolism Peace pipe –Pipe Ceremony Stones Water Shape Door

9. Directions Each direction possesses certain attributes