The Constitution Of The Iroquois Nations - Paperback

by Anonymous (Author)

The Constitution of the Iroquois Nations is a historical document that details the political and social structure of the Iroquois Confederacy, also known as the Haudenosaunee. The author of this book is anonymous, as the document was passed down through oral tradition and was not written down until the 19th century.The Iroquois Confederacy was formed in the 16th century by five Native American tribes: the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca. Later, the Tuscarora joined the Confederacy. The Constitution of the Iroquois Nations outlines the roles and responsibilities of each tribe within the Confederacy, as well as the decision-making process for the group as a whole.The document describes a system of government that was unique for its time, with a balance of power between the individual tribes and the Confederacy as a whole. It also includes a code of ethics that emphasizes respect for nature, community, and individual rights.The Constitution of the Iroquois Nations has had a significant influence on the development of democracy in North America, and has been studied and referenced by scholars and politicians alike. This book provides a valuable insight into the history and culture of the Iroquois people, and their contributions to the political landscape of the United States and Canada.All the business of the Five Nations Confederate Council shall be conducted by the two combined bodies of Confederate Lords. First the question shall be passed upon by the Mohawk and Seneca Lords, then it shall be discussed and passed by the Oneida and Cayuga Lords. Their decisions shall then be referred to the Onondaga Lords, (Fire Keepers) for final judgement.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.