We know what the animals do, what are the needs of the beaver, the

We know what the animals do, what are the needs of the beaver, the bear, the salmon, and other creatures, because long ago men married them and acquired this knowledge from their animal wives. Today the priests say we lie, but we know better. – American Indian Proverb

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