"The life of an Indian is like the life of a bird. He flies and flies, and then he falls to the ground."

"The love of possessions is a disease with them."

"If the Great Spirit had intended us to live in houses, he would have made us with roots."

"My heart is red and sweet, and I know it is sweet, because whatever passes near me puts out its tongue to me."

"I am a warrior. I have fought for my people. I have fought for my land. I will fight until I die."