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Giver of Life 
a literal translation of the Gitchi Manitou, considered by Christian Indians and whites as the Indian manifestation or concept of God.
See also: Great Spirit (def. 1)
- 1814 It consisted of a number of short sentences, expressive of gratitude to the "Giver of Life" for having given them spirits and strength to travel so far to see their Father.
- 1814 It consisted of a number of short sentences, expressive of gratitude to the "Giver of Life" for having given them spirits and strength to travel so far to see their Father.