What are the seasonal ceremonies of the Haudenosaunee?
There are 13 major ceremonies of the Iroquois. These ceremonies follow the seasonal changes and are performed to give thanks to the people and the natural world, to assure the continuation of the people, and retain good health. During all of these ceremonies there is an opening and closing prayer. See: Ohen:ton Kariwatekwen Many dances and songs are performed including the Great Feather dance. The orators give speeches that tell of the history of the people and continue the traditional teachings. Some of the ceremonies have special rituals that take place.
