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There were originally four clans among the Lenape - four being a sacred number among most native tribes throughout the Americas. These were the Turkey, Wolf, Turtle and Crow (or Raven) Clans. This last clan apparently died out before 1800 and its functions included preparing the dead for burial.
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Lenapi or Lenni-Lenape, also known as the Delaware Indians translates to "real men".
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