Navajo Peyote Ceremonial Songs Vol 2: A Spiritual Journey Through Time and Sound
Let’s get real for a second—how often do you stumble upon an album that feels like it was born out of whispers from another realm? That’s exactly what Navajo Peyote Ceremonial Songs Vol 2 by Wilson Aronilth Jr. and Hanson Ashley does. Released in 1981 under the Indian House label, this folk/world masterpiece isn’t your typical Friday night playlist material. Nope, this is something deeper, rawer, more sacred. It’s less about catchy hooks and more about soul-stirring chants that’ll leave you sitting quietly for a moment after the music fades.
The Tracks That Stuck With Me
First up, let’s talk about “O Great Divine Nature In Four Directions.” This track kicks things off with a hypnotic rhythm that feels like stepping into a dreamworld where time doesn’t exist. Wilson Aronilth Jr.'s vocals are steady, almost meditative, while Hanson Ashley's drumming creates this heartbeat-like pulse that anchors everything. You don’t just listen to this song—you live inside it. There’s no flashy production here, just pure authenticity. Every word sung feels like a prayer, every beat a reminder of connection—to nature, to spirit, to life itself. I found myself zoning out, imagining vast desert landscapes stretching endlessly under starlit skies. It’s not easy to describe, but man, it hits different.
Then there’s “Holy Medicine, You Were The Only Medicine Creation That Was Told By The Great Spirit To Exist For Us.” Whoa, even the title gives me chills. Hanson Ashley takes the lead on vocals here, his voice rich and resonant, like he’s channeling centuries of wisdom through each syllable. The lyrics (translated, thankfully!) speak directly to the power of spiritual healing and gratitude. What struck me most is how personal it feels. It’s as if they’re sharing secrets meant only for those willing to truly listen. The drums echo softly beneath the singing, creating this trance-like vibe that pulls you deeper into the ceremony. By the end, I wasn’t sure if five minutes or fifty had passed—it’s that immersive.
Why It Works So Well
What makes this album unforgettable isn’t just the music; it’s the intention behind it. These aren’t songs made to entertain—they’re prayers set to melody. Listening to them feels like being invited into a sacred space, one usually reserved for those who’ve earned their place within it. Credit goes to Tony Isaacs for capturing these performances so beautifully. He didn’t overproduce or polish anything out of existence. Instead, he let the raw emotion shine through, which is why tracks like “Great Divine Herb” and “You Are The Only One, Jesus” feel so alive.
And can we take a sec to appreciate the teamwork between Wilson Aronilth Jr. and Hanson Ashley? Their chemistry is undeniable. Whether they’re trading verses or harmonizing together, it’s clear these two share a bond rooted in tradition and respect. They’re not just musicians—they’re storytellers, historians, healers.
Final Thoughts (And a Random Musing)
Listening to Navajo Peyote Ceremonial Songs Vol 2 feels like holding a piece of history in your hands. But here’s the thing—it’s not frozen in time. These songs breathe, they move, they speak to universal truths that still resonate today. In a world obsessed with TikTok trends and instant gratification, albums like this remind us to slow down, to listen closely, to honor the sacredness around us.
Oh, and here’s a random thought: If plants could sing, I think they’d sound a lot like this album. Weird, right? But hey, maybe that’s the peyote talking. Or maybe it’s just proof that great art leaves room for mystery. Either way, give this album a spin when you’re ready to step outside the noise and into something timeless.
You Have Walked Upon The Water At The Time You Were On This Earth. Just By Thinking About That Place Where You Walked, We Know We Will Get A Blessing.
You Are The Only One, Jesus. For This Reason, Our Prayers Will Be Answered All The Time.
When I Say "My Mother" And "My Father", I'm Saying I Love Them. For This Reason, Have Mercy And Pity Them For Me At This Time, O Great Spirit.
O Great Divine Creation Of The Great Spirit, Holy Medicine, You Were The Only Medicine Creation That Was Told By The Great Spirit To Exist For Us, To Give Us Strength And Healing.
Even Though It's Difficult To Follow You, But Nevertheless, I Still Want To Follow You. O Great Medicine, You Are Here Before Us Again In This Ha-Yol-Kall Hooghan (Meaning Either A Tipi Or Hogan).
O Good Lord, I Am In Search Of You Every Day, And I Am Preparing For You. From This Moment On Into The Future, I Am Searching For You. I Understand From The Past That You Had Love For People, And That You Still Do. For This Reason, I'm Pleading And Begging For Your Comforting Blessing.
Jesus, We Live According To Your Wonderful Teaching. For This Reason, We Are Asking You To Give Us Your Spiritual Guidance In This Life That We Are Living
Spritual Movement Song
Great Divine Herb, Through You Have The Strength And Courage To Live This Life
Our Great Spirit, In This Generation We Still Humble Ourselves Toward You. For This Reason, We Need Your Blessing
Holy Medicine, You Are Here With Us With Your Holy Spiritual Movement.
This Is A Morning Song.
I Feel Good. There's Always Early Twilight Dawn Spirit, And I Humble Myself Before This Dawn Spirit Every Morning. For This Reason, Pity Us. (Talking To The Dawn Spirit.)
Give Strength And Courage And Thy Blessing To Our Armed Forces, The Men And Women, The Ones Who Are On This Great Land Of Ours, And Those Who Are Overseas In Different Countries.
O Great Divine Herb, Your Comforting Love Is Leading Me
It Was Said That This Holy Divine Herb Was Created In The Holiness Way By The Great Spirit. Through The Spirit Of This Medicine We Will Have Everlasting Life
Great Divine Herb, Your Holy Divine Blessing Is With Us At This Moment
Great Holy Spirit, You Are In The Celestial Kingdom. For This Reason, We Are Humbling Ourselves Before You On This Earth
This Everlasting Road Of Life Is Right Before Us, Up On The Holy Altar, In Line Of The Way The Sun Goes.
I Have Love For My People. For This Reason, I Am Praying To You For My People. And I Want The Richest Blessings On This Earth For My People.
Spiritual Movement Music
We Believe In You, Jesus. We Believe In You, Jesus. For This Reason, We Want You To Guide Us With This Medicine In The Direction Of Our Future
O Great Divine Nature In Four Directions, We Are Walking This Road On Life On This Earth, So Have Mercy Upon Us. So This Way I Would Enjoy This Life Happily
No Matter How Far Away It Is, I Have Journeyed This Far. I Am Here In Search Of Blessings. For This Reason, Whatever I May Ask Of You, Bless Me With It
Who Else Would It Be But You? You Are The Only One. O Great Medicine, You Are Here Before Us Again. For That Reason, Pity Us.
You Came Into This World In A Beautiful Way, My Child. I'm Happy For This. For This Reason I'm Asking The Great Spirit To Take Care Of You From This Moment On Into The Future.
O Great Medicine, Be With Us.
O Great Divine Creation Of The Great Spirit, Divine Fire, You Are Before Us Again.
This Generation, You Are The Only One. For This Reason, I'm Praying To You. For This Reason, Have Mercy Upon Us From This Day On
Jesus, Your Path Is Hard To Follow. Nevertheless, We Still Have Faith In You. For This Reason, Pity Us
Who Else Would It Be, But You? For This Reason, You Are The Only One, Our Savior. For This Reason, Have Mercy Upon Us.
O Holy Medicine, You Are Before Us Again.
When You Say "My Children", It Means You Love Them. For That Reason, At This Time Have Pity On My Children Because I Love Them Dearly
You Are The Only Love, Great Medicine
O Great Divine Creation Of The Great Spirit (Meaning This Herb), You Have Existed In The Beginning When All Creation Was Made. For That Reason, We Want Your Protection And Guidance Into The Future Generations.
I Believe In You, Good Lord. For This Reason, You Are The Only One
O Great Divine Spirit, Creator Of All Things, You Are In Heaven. From Heaven Where You Are At, Have Mercy Upon Us. Help Us.
It's Beginning To Be Dawn. Morning Is Coming. I Feel Good.
Our Great Spirit, Whatever We Asked For, You Have Granted Us
In The Past, Through You We Have Been Communicating With The Great Spirit. Right Now, We Are Here Again Praying To You From This Early Twilight Dawn Home. We Know That You Are Here Inside Of This Early Twilight Dawn Home. For This Reason, We Keep On Praying Through You To The Great Spirit. For This Reason, You Will Always Be Here With Us In A Spiritual Way
O Great Divine Medicine, I Was Told By My Grandfolks That You Have Existed In The Beginning Of Time When All Creation Was Made. And I Understand That You, As A Holy Medicine, Said That Someday In This Generation We Would Need Help, And You Would Be The One To Save Us From All Danger, Evil, And Harm Through The Mysterious Power That The Great Spirit Gave You.
Jesus, You Are The Only One. In The Beginning You Came Into This World In A Beautiful Spiritual Way. Today We Know You Are In The Kingdom Of Heaven
The Good Lord Jesus, You Have Walked Upon This Earth From The Beginning Of Time. For This Reason, You Are The Only One. And To This Day You Are In The Kingdom Of Heaven
The Everlasting Sunbeam, As Far As This Sunbeam Goes, That's How Far We Can See Into The Future. Since The Beginning, It Has Been Like That On This Earth. For This Reason, We Are Going To Walk In Beauty On Earth Underneath This Sunlight.
O Great Divine Herb, You Are The Only One. For This Reason, We Need Your Spiritual Guidance And Protection.
My Lord Jesus
Great Spirit, From This Moment On To The Future, We Know You Will Pity Us
I Was Saved Here, So I Found Out That This Is The Only Place For Me. For This Reason, I Found Out That This Sacred Fireplace Was Set Here By Great Spirit In The Holiest Way
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Catalog Numbers
IH 1543
IH 1542
Labels
Indian House
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Formats
Vinyl
LP
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Role
Company
Copyright (c)
Indian House
Phonographic Copyright (p)
Indian House
Recorded At
Wheatfield, Arizona
Credits
Role
Credit
Drums
Hanson Ashley (tracks: A1 to A4, A9 to A12, B5 to B8), Wilson Aronilth Jr. (tracks: A5 to A8, B1 to B4, B9 to B12)
Other
Hanson Ashley, Wilson Aronilth Jr.
Translated By
Hanson Ashley, Wilson Aronilth Jr.
Recorded By
Tony Isaacs
Vocals
The Grandson Of Dlin-Di-Bah, The Grandson Of Yah-De-Bah
Notes
Recorded October 20, 1979
Recording note: It rained while this recording was being made, and the sounds of the rain and the wind might be heard during some of the singing.
Barcodes
Matrix / Runout (Side A): IH-1543-A1 j.t. 15561+
Matrix / Runout (Side B): IH-1543-A1 j.t. 15562+
About Wilson Aronilth Jr & Hanson Ashley
Name Vars
Wilson Aronilth Jr.
Aliases
The Grandson Of Dlin-Di-Bah
Interesting fact about Album
Did you know? The album *Navajo Peyote Ceremonial Songs Vol 2* by Wilson Aronilth Jr. and Hanson Ashley isn’t just a collection of songs—it’s a spiritual journey. Released in 1981, it captures traditional Navajo chants and prayers tied to the Native American Church. What makes it unique is how deeply personal and sacred these tracks feel. They aren’t just performed; they’re lived. For example, one song talks about walking "this road on life on this earth," blending gratitude, hope, and reverence for nature and the divine. Another track even speaks directly to the dawn, asking for mercy and guidance as a new day begins. It’s more than music—it’s prayer, history, and culture wrapped into one.
