Authority over laxyuup arises from ayaawx.

Authority over Laxyuup

Authority over laxyuup arises from ayaawx.

Authority over land is not derived from occupation, force, or external recognition. It arises from ayaawx, the lawful order governing relationships between people, houses, and territory.

Ayaawx establishes:

• who holds responsibility for specific areas of laxyuup,
• how land may be used, shared, or protected,
• the limits of lawful conduct on the land.

Authority is exercised through responsibility, not ownership. Those who hold authority over laxyuup are accountable for care, balance, and lawful conduct.

Authority is maintained through:

• adherence to ayaawx,
• proper conduct over time,
• recognition by houses and the wider community,
• alignment with adaawx and witnessed history.

Loss of conduct, misuse of power, or disregard for ayaawx weakens or removes authority.

Laxyuup does not grant authority on its own. Authority exists only where ayaawx is upheld.