试析北美原住民的平等观思想及其意义

An Analysis of North Amerindians' View of Equality and Its Significance

按照北美原住民的平等观思想,整个生物圈乃至宇宙是一个生态系统,其中的一切事物都是相互联系、相互作用的,人类应该平等地对待他们的"兄弟姐妹",如植物、动物、矿物质等,应该对"大地母亲"富有责任,对她充满敬畏和爱戴之情。北美原住民的平等观,体现在他们的宗教信仰、民族特征、尊老爱幼等方面,集中反映了原住民社会的指导原则和传统价值观,揭示了他们对待世界的方式,带给现代社会以启迪和警示。

In North Amerindians＇ view of equality, biological circle as well as the universe is an eco- logical system, in which all elements coexist and have impact on each other. Humans are supposed to treat plants, animals and minerals as their brothers and sisters, and show responsibility and reverence to Mother Earth. North Amerindians＇ view of equality is embodied in their religious belief, national qualities, and respect toward the old and the young. Their view of equality also tells us about their guiding principle and traditional value system, reveals their way to look at the world, and brings inspiration and revelation to the modern society.