According to many Native American prophecies, we are now in the "Age of the Sacred Pipe". These Pipes are appearing around the world to assist us in the times of transition we face, both personally and as a planet. Long ago it has been said that the day would come when the Pipes would be in every part of the world forming a "web" of inter-connecting influence for the benefit of all of creation. We are seeing this come true more and more every day. In this ancient prophecy it is said that the time would come, after seven generations of subjugation by a giant white serpent from across the great eastern waters, when the children from all four directions would come to the Elders of the Native Americans to learn the ways of harmony. In this time the voice of the Native people would rise to be heard again, after a time of silence. This prophecy was to mark the time of the birth of a new world. This is to be the age/world of

interdependence and lasting peace. We have seen the beginning of the fulfillment of this prophesy over the last few decades here on Turtle Island (North America) with the increase of young people of all four colors of humankind finding peace and purpose through walking in our ways. It is through the Pipe that the Great Mystery has made available a way to restore harmony to all things. Pipes play an integral part in ushering in of this age of interdependence of all creation. This is why they are being dispersed throughout the world, their energies and effect interlacing like a giant spider web covering the planet.

The way of the Pipe is not for everyone, but for those who are called into this sacred relationship, there is nothing more powerful in this dimension for accessing the Divine. However, using the Sacred Pipe without knowing its power or purpose is like obtaining a weapon but not understanding what it is capable of, especially if misused. Improper care or use of such a powerful sacred object can be as disastrous as it can be beneficial. Trying to access the medicine of the Pipe without proper understanding can be as dangerous as playing with a loaded gun. Someone usually gets hurt, often a loved one.