Ancient Echoes: The Anasazi Book of Chants

by Mary Summer Rain

Retrieved by spiritual memory, these chants express the heart of the sacred Spirit Clan. Healing chants, marriage songs, and medicine prayers.

213 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1993

About the author

Mary Summer Rain is a naturalist philosopher and prolific author whose lyrical writing and deep insight have inspired generations. Best known for her works on nature, dream symbolism, feminine spirituality, and prophecy, she brings clarity to complex subjects. Her novel Ruby was a finalist for the New Age Retailers 2005 Narcissus Award, and she appeared on NBC’s Ancient Prophecies. Mary lives in the Rocky Mountains, sharing a woodland cabin with rescue dogs and a crow named Merlin.

Reviews

[Will Jeffries · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is loaded with wonderful stories of the Anasazi people as well as Prayers for Protection and other spiritual practices of the Anasazi. I have included some of my notes for your viewing pleasure:

1). The Anasazi had a high respect for all living things.
2). The Anasazi took nothing for granted in their daily lives. They were aware in life and fully appreciated everything that made life easier for them - even the flame of the fire that cooked their meals.
3). The Anasazi appreciated all the simple things in life others tend to take for granted or ignore altogether.

Also, some examples of Prayers are included:

Family Prayer
-May the love between us be strong.
May the trust between us be whole.
And may the words between us be true.

Planting Song
-Little seeds. Little seeds.
Burrow deep and safe.
Drink the rain. Drink the rain.
And grow to reach the sun.

ENJOY THIS BOOK AND ALL THE WISDOM THEREIN>

[Mari Jo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good. After reading these chants I began investigating Anasazi history and life style.

[Octavia Cade · Rating 2 out of 5]

An interesting if somewhat frustrating read. The collected prayers are simply written and often very affecting, but the whole suffers from having no real context. This might not be an issue with those who are familiar with the Anasazi culture but I know nothing about it and could really have used an introductory, historical overview - there were several places I was completely lost. Also, I have to admit I side-eyed the little forward where the author claimed that the prayers derived from "spiritual memory recall". I don't know what that means, and it makes me wonder how accurate the information is.

[Bill Wilkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

I do go to this book when I can to help a friend or for myself. I love Mary Summer Rain. She has an amazing soul.