Memory and writing Mapuche

A subject I enjoyed studying this semester was the General Formation Center (GFC) in the Universidad de Chile, Campus Juan Gómez Milla. I learned many things in relation to the Mapuche town. Was an experience unforgettable where the interaction between the classmates and professor was very good. We learned about the four elements that make up the community Araucana (Identity, territory, memory and Literature.). Besides, we had the opportunity of to be witness to a Mapuche poet in a of the class.

From my viewpoint, the class is very good, given that, the orientation of all the class was in their process  of life, habits, beliefs (world view Mapuche), foods, ceremonies (rituals with the Pachamama “Mother Earth”) between others things.

Also, was relevant that the thematics views in the CFG, helped us to understand the Mapuche thought (Rakiduam); the verb (Piam); the wise (Ngenpin “The owner say”); the respect, as an element fundamental inside of the Mapuche Culture (interrelationship between the individuals).

For end the semester, we had that deliver a folder personalized with the orientation of each one. My work was in relation to the leyend “Cai Cai and Tren Tren Vilú”, two snakes rivals that make up the world view or genesis of the world…

And today, Wednesday 6th of July, we will have one food “Malón” in representation of the Mapuche town.