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1. Umoja
Unity
Importance of togetherness for
Family and community
“I Am We.”
“I Am We Because We Are.”
2. Kujichagulia
Self-determination Define our common interest Make decisions that are in the best
interest for entire family
3. Ujima
Collective work and responsibility Obligation to the past, present and
future We have a role to play in the
community, society and world!
4. Ujimaa
Cooperative economics Emphasizes our collective economic
strength Encourage us to meet common needs
through mutual support
5. Nia
Purpose Encourages us to look within ourselves To set goals that are beneficial to the
community
7. Imani
Faith Honoring the best of our traditions Draws upon the best in ourselves Helps us strive for a higher level of life For humankind, by affirming our Self worth And confidence in our ability to succeed
Ankh
Symbolic representation of physical and eternal life
Power to give and sustain life
Associated with water-regenerate life
1st created by Africans in Ancient Egypt
Karumua “Kwanzaa Celebration” “brings us closer to our African
roots”
Celebrated December 26-January 1
Kwanzaa Karumua
Kuchunguza Tena
Na Kutoa Ahadi
Tena
(reassesment
and
recommitment)
Kushangilla
(rejoicing)
Libation Statement:“For the Motherland cradle of civilizationFor the Ancestors and their indomitable spiritFor the Elders from whom we can learn much.For the Youth who represent the promise for tomorrow.For the People the original people.For the Struggle and in remembrance of those who have struggled on our behalf.For Umoja the principle of Unity which should guide us in all that we do.For the Creator who provide all things Great and Small.”
Feast Kikombe Cha Umoja (Unity Cup)
Filled with water (the essence of life)
is passed around
In the direction of the 4 winds
N, S, E, W
Kinara- Candle holder
Similar to a Menorah in the Jewish faith for Chanukah
Kinara- 7 candles reflect the 7 principles that are the foundation of Kwanzaa
Corn
Symbolize African
concept of
Social parenthood
Vibunzi- each ear of corn for each child in household
Kuumba Yams 6-9 medium yams Butter 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup honey Spices, nutmeg, cinnamon all spice Fruits, raisins, grated coconut, pineapple Wash yams Rub with oil Place in uncovered shallow baking dish Bake 45 minutes or until tender Cool Add different spices and/or fruits to yams
Black-eye Pea Salad Black-eyes peas symbolize Good Luck! 3 15oz. Cans black-eye peas 2 cups cooked cubed ham 1 cup celery 1 large green/red pepper 1 med onion 1 teaspoon yellow mustard 1 cup mayonnaise Salt and pepper Stir, refrigerate and eat.
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