Greetings to the Natural World

Haudenosaunee (Six Nations or Iroquois)
Illustrations by Kahionhes, Turtle Clan/Mohawk

These words are spoken before and after all ceremonial and governmental gatherings. The belief is that the world must not be taken for granted, and that communicating thankfulness aligns the minds and hearts of the people with Nature. This forms a guiding principle of culture.

Softcover, 4x5, 42pp., c.1000, 1993.