TRAVELS IN 
as extenfive. It appeared to me from obfervation, 
and what information I could get, that the Indians 
entertained rational notions of the foul's immortali- 
ty, and of a future ftate of focial exiftence ; and 
accordingly, in order to inculcate morality, and 
promote human happinefs, they applaud praife- 
worthy actions, as commendable and necelfary for 
the fupport of civil fociety, and maintaining the 
dignity and ftrength of their nation or tribe, as 
fecuring an excellent and tranquil ftate and degree 
in the world of fpirits, after their deceafe. And 
they fay the Great Spirit favours all good and brave 
men. 
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