Mapudungun

Aliwen signifies the sacred trees, most notably the towering Alerce, revered by the Mapuche people as living ancestors and spiritual guardians. It embodies an profound, active connection to the earth's memory, ancestral wisdom, and the very essence of life itself. These ancient beings are seen not merely as plants, but as resilient witnesses to time, powerful symbols of interconnectedness that hold the wisdom of generations and demand reciprocal respect and care from humanity.

Caicai-vilu describes the profound, almost visceral recognition of an intrinsic connection to the natural world. It's the unsettling yet awe-inspiring awareness of the unseen life forces and intricate interdependencies that bind all living things, from the smallest blade of grass to the mightiest ancient tree. This feeling evokes both deep humility at humanity's place within the vast tapestry of existence and a powerful sense of belonging to an unbroken, ancient web of life.