Spanish assumptions of Native Americans in the new world
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Early assumptions about Native American cultures and religions played a large role in justifying the reformation of Indians' ways of life. Assumptions made by the Spaniards included that Indians lacked morality, ethics, reason, and political institutions, and were therefore ripe for colonization and evangelization. These assumptions in turn influenced scholarship on indigenous groups over history that often created false stereotypes of a generalized "Indian", who actually came from a background of richly diversified societies, cultures, and religious traditions. By noting the various assumptions about Native Americans before and during Spanish rule, I will attempt to challenge those assumptions and uncover a deeper truth about the Indians and their diverse lifestyles that have been distorted throughout American history.
Contents
Introduction.
Early assumptions about Native American cultures and religions.
Native American people.
Bringing civilization to the Indians.
Development of the assumptions on the subject of Native Americans.
The Spanish missionaries.
Military and religious expeditions to establish the first of California's missions and presidios - 1769.
Scholarship on Native American cultures and religions.
Native American religion - language based.
The perception of Native Americans over the course of Spanish rule.
Conclusion.
Introduction.
Early assumptions about Native American cultures and religions.
Native American people.
Bringing civilization to the Indians.
Development of the assumptions on the subject of Native Americans.
The Spanish missionaries.
Military and religious expeditions to establish the first of California's missions and presidios - 1769.
Scholarship on Native American cultures and religions.
Native American religion - language based.
The perception of Native Americans over the course of Spanish rule.
