The solar eclipse, known as odähgwahdóñh, holds significance as a reminder of the inception of the Haudenosaunee people. Approximately a millennium ago, the formation of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, comprised of the Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, Mohawk, and Seneca nations, coincided with the formulation of the Gayaneñhsä’gónah or Great Law of Peace, during a solar eclipse event. Despite these nations being historically embroiled in conflict marked by anger and war, a crucial turning point transpired when the Peace Maker, a celestial messenger, preached peace and unity among the tribes under a backdrop of doubt and distrust. The Peace Maker guided the tribes to observe a symbol of his authority and divine mandate in the form of a solar eclipse. Witnessing the sun darken during this astronomical phenomenon convinced the Seneca to embrace the message of peace and align with the Great Peace, signaling a shift towards unity and cooperation. This eclipse thus symbolizes the enduring importance of peace and unity within the Haudenosaunee culture. A forthcoming talk by Jake Haiwhagai’i Edwards of the Onondaga Eel Clan will explore the eclipse’s connection to the Great Law of Peace, scheduled for 12:30 p.m. at the Skänoñh Center on the Onondaga Lake Parkway, offering further insights into this celestial event’s cultural significance.