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tenfive. It appeared to me from obfervation, and 
what information I could get, that the Indians en- 
tertain rational notions of the foul’s immortality, and 
of a future ftate of focial exiftence ; and accordingly, 
in order to inculcate morality, and promote human 
happinefs, they applaud praife -worthy aftions, as 
commendable and neceftary for the fupport of civil 
fociety, and maintaining the dignity and ftrength of 
their nation or tribe, as well 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. 
CHAP, 
