Ceremony
(we're still working on these pages..)
These pages are meant as guidelines for what is expected and somewhat of what to expect at Ceremonies. It is in no way intended as the final word. Simply a guideline of edict and what not to do. If you cannot comply with what's said here, it would be best not to attend Ceremonies.
Meals are always an intricate part of the ceremony. Do not be disrespectful and ask what something offered in the meal is, just eat it, do not smell it, and do not refuse it, please. If you cannot eat the meal, no matter what it is or might be then Please do not attend the ceremony. You break the ceremony and it was all for nothing, you do not have to accept seconds, just cover the plate with your hand, but eat what's given the first time.
What we say
We have a tendency to open our mouth and commit to things, often because of
the moment. In this tradition when something comes out of your mouth it is
a commitment. And truly is not negotiable once it's been put out. If you committed
to something you will be judged on your following through.
Commitment reflects honor of your word and if you word has No honor then that's a terrible thing. Dependability is a honorable thing to have. Undependability is a hard thing to get rid of and shows who's word has no meaning, and is a terrible thing.
Inipi - Sweat Lodge
Lowampi.
Chanupa - Pipe Ceremony
These pages are under construction and will be for a while.