Teachings of the Quero, Ancestors of the Apache

by Maria Yracébûrû
Author and Quero Apache Ceremonialist

Two thousand years ago, the ancestors of the Apache roamed as far north as Kansas, as far east as the Mississippi, as far south as Central America, and as far west as the Pacific Ocean would allow. The "Quero," are understood in Apache tradition to be the "Energy Weavers," responsible for originating the spiritual and nature based living life philosophy still practiced by the Quero Apache tlish diyan - snake clan. The teachings speak of how the spiritual powers exist in and animate the natural world, and how connection is achieved through prayer and celebration.

The Quero believe themselves to be "Initiates" within Universal Knowledge, for their position has been earned not only through inclination, but after worlds of apprenticeship, and through the knowledge and wisdom which comes from the harmony and contact of living close to the Source, All That Is, thereby qualifying them to act as the intermediary at the altar of sacred ritual of Life. Because of the sacred nature of their life philosophy, sharing has begun, and information previously unknown except to those descended from the Quero.

Every tradition has its Spiritual Base, and the Quero draws their spiritual heritage in a mingling of history, mythology, prophecy and symbolism which has been sacredly preserved and perpetuated through the generations by the Yraceburu family in stories and teachings embellished with the wonderful poetic flow of nature connection. Spirit fashioned humanity as the youngest members of creation, the Quero believe, and the youngest siblings' responsibility for this endowment is to share with, and care for All Our Relations. With this awareness, we walk within our lives those traditions of the living spirit embodying All That Is, wherein every color and life forms a precious seed of ancient wisdom which has been carried down through the generations for us to understand and resurrect into the quickening force we call the Fifth World of Peace.

The ritual of life is ordinarily done in a sequence which is termed Hozhoni (Beauty), with us born anew each day. Celebrations, embraced like a litany consisting of a series of sacred rituals, suggest the term "Beauty." Many other moments, exacting in detail and energetic sequence, are co-created with our Spirit Guides and Ancestors, who assess in this sacred journey. It is often said that if we live life fully, co-create responsibly, celebrate beauty, and master our fears, the spirits are honoring our circles.

We go through this time of self-fulfilling prophecy knowing that this time brings us in touch with a magnetic and static force that concentrates in life celebration. This dynamic force uses us to heal, to bless the land, to teach, restore and make whole again. It is an exacting knowledge that we must remember.

During this time the Quero tell us we are collecting our gifts, our innate talents, our dignity, our sacred identity, that will be actualized in birthing a new world time. Each of our rites of passage is done with the utmost respect, recognizing the privilege and the honoring of the Sacred Parents by rendering service to All Our Relations. To share knowledge of nature based life traditions is an accepted way of life among the Quero.

There are two types of energy affecting us, those that belong to the rhythm of the spirit and those that belong to the rhythm of the earth. We are being "sung over" by the Sacred Parents, and energy is being transferred to us, as we live evolution, becoming the very essence of sacred attention, the very heart of creation.

Traditional living has a miraculous effect upon us, for the Quero know that the healing power of this moment is good for alienation of spirit and separation of hearts. The Quero believe deeply in the power of the Ancients that come to help us now resolve inner conflicts by establishing peaceful and harmonious conditions within and without. The energy adheres to us, and harmonizes us.

The Quero look to the south, to the west, to the north, to the east, and, up to the Giver of Life and down to the Changing Mother, the power of vision is known.

This is one of the most beautiful and sacred times for humanity, for this is a moment of giving self with all our being. The love, affection, and sacredness we feel is made manifest in action with a superb dignity. The Quero teach us it is a privilege to gather together in a harmonious expression of love, beauty, devotion, consecrated and dedicated for the glory of honoring the next Seven Generations.

Life is sacred and executed with respect. We do not desecrate, violate others.

The presentation of this knowledge, is based on the mystical aspects of tradition. It is an interpretation based upon the oral teachings in association with Grandfather Ten Bears, and heartfelt knowing, built around but not taking the place of the rich tradition of the Apache. What is presented is a spiritual approach to reality touched on by the subconscious mind, and senses beyond human understanding.

Of special significance is our basic essence, which weaves a thread of continuity corresponding to indigenous beliefs all over the world. An exciting similarity exists in other culture in other lands, motivated it seems, by the very same prophecies and purposes. Through acknowledgment of evolution we enter initiation where we discover our own soul, our own center. There in lies the seed to the understanding of the Fifth World of Peace.

Maria Yracébûrû author of Legends and Prophecies of the Quero Apache (Bear & Co. 2002) and Circle Talk - Words of Power (Bear & Co. 2004), has captured the imagination of thousands with her remarkable images of walking a path of true knowing, as typified by her traditional Quero Apache upbringing, and pursues her personal goal of sharing the ancient teaching foundations of a balances lifestyle. With her activities through Nohwiké Bagowa, Maria has become the inspiration for life changes - life changes of empowerment along the path toward personal and planetary "healing complete." She is currently working on her third book 9 Years of the Dragon. Visit her website at www.nohwikebagowa.org or email her at .





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