according to a short version of the haudenosaunee oral tradition, an iroquoian woman lived along the warriors' path. in some accounts she was referred to as jigonhsasee; in others, she was given that name as a new one by the great peacemaker after he recognized her as an ally in making peace. she was known for her hospitality to warriors as they traveled to and from battlegrounds and their homes. at her hearth, warriors of the various factions could come in peace. while they ate her food, she acted as counsel and learned their hearts.