The only major ceremony still performed is the girl's puberty ceremony, both a rite of passage and a community ritual. It harnesses the power of Changing Woman to ensure individual health and long life and community health. In the last twenty years this ceremony has been elaborated, with expensive gift exchanges continuing between relatives of the girl and relatives of her godparents for several years after the initial ceremony.
Traditional curing consisted of shamans' singing ceremonies to restore the balance upset by accidental contact with or disrespect shown toward a power to reverse witchcraft attacks. Herbal medicines were also used.
In the recent past both Western medicine and traditional ceremonies were used in various combinations. Today contemporary Western medicine is the primary form of medical treatment, although Changing Woman's power is sought after at puberty rites, and some individual Apaches know songs and prayers to powers, which they use primarily within their immediate families.
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Our tribal enterprises, including Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino and Ski Apache are the an industries that provides for our people. These enterprises also contribute to the economy of the surrounding areas of the Southwest. Therefore, we ask our friends and visitors to respect our Apache way of life.
Snakes Do not enter the reservation with snakes or any product made of snake skin or any part of the animal. The Apache do not communicate with this animal; it is considered a bad omen to have contact with a snake.
Bears The bear is an animal the Apache do not have contact with because bears are highly respected. Never touch a bear, its waste materials, footprints, bedding area or anything the bear has touched. Do not call him by his name. Do not enter the reservation with the following: bearskin hides, claws or teeth. Owls The owl is a night creature and the Apache people do not have contact with this animal. Avoid having a night owl near you. It is considered a bad omen if an owl hoots near you day or night.
Our Apache elderly people are highly respected. They have earned the right to be known as elderly. The elderly preserve the traditions, culture, values and morals of the Mescalero Apache Tribe.
Here are some examples of how an individual should approach the Apache elderly in everyday life. These examples are practiced by the younger generation and the middle-aged today on the reservation. Staring Do not stare or look at people with direct eye contact.
This is perceived as being impolite. It is disrespectful to stare at all generations of our Mescalero Apache people. Pointing is also considered as impolite. Affection The Mescalero Apache people show respect for one another in the sense that little affection is expressed. Some Apaches do not mind being hugged and respond positively to appropriate gestures of affection; others might feel uncomfortable.
Use good judgment and be sensitive to the signals they give you. Understand that some of our people may not want to be touched. This is not intended as disrespect or prejudice toward you. Print this entry. Click here to learn more! Tribal History Hundreds of years ago, long before white men came to this land, these mountains, plains and deserts belonged to the Mescalero Apaches.
Mescalero Apache Puberty Rite Ceremony One of the most traditional and sacred ceremonies practiced by the Mescalero Apache is the puberty rite ceremony. Understanding Our Culture In the Apache way of life, there is a belief that a dark side of life is present, as well as a light side.
They use their voices and drums to call to the Creator for help and guidance. Apache spiritual teachings reflect the Creator as the life-giver that created all parts of the Earth in four days. Four is considered a sacred number and is reflected in the four cardinal directions, song, dance and the beat of the spiritual drum.
The Apache call their main god Ussen but they also recognize spirits that inhabit the mountains, moon, sun and Earth. She is the author and co-author of 12 books and serves as a consultant in K and higher education. Meier is is a regular contributor for The Equity Network and has worked in education for more than 30 years. She has numerous publications with Talico, Inc. Regardless of how old we are, we never stop learning.
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