Tuesday, December 30, 2008

"Room Enough" - 7 Principles of Kwanzaa






"Room Enough" A reflection on the celebration of Kwanzaa.

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As delivered 12-28-08 http://www.mccgsl.org/




NGUZO SABA(The Seven Principles)

Umoja (Unity)Unity, the importance of togetherness "I am, because WE ARE".

Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) People must stand up for themselves "you name yourself"

Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility) "We each have an individual Role, and a responsibility for the community"

Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics) To build and maintain our own stores, shops and other businesses and to profit from them together. "Meet Common Needs with Mutual Support"

Nia (Purpose)To make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to our full potential.

Kuumba (Creativity) Use creativity to build a Vibrant Community "Create and be our Own Art"

Imani (Faith) Honor the Best of All OUR tradtions, and believe in our heart that Diversity is our strength. Together we are a Beloved Community of Faith. ­

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