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The Words That Come Before All Else (Ohén:ton Karihwatéhkwen)
The Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address, known in Kanien'kéha as Ohén:ton Karihwatéhkwen, or “The Words That Come Before All Else,” is a profound expression of gratitude and respect for the natural world. Listen in as children from Akwesasne give the Address in Mohawk and English. Deeply embedded in the cultural and spiritual practices of the Haudenosaunee people (Iroquois Confederacy), this Address serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of all life and the importance of living in harmony with nature.
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Reflect: Students learn about the Ohén:ton Karihwatéhkwen [Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address] and reflect on the parts of the natural world they are thankful for.
