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Navajo Mythology - Gods, Heroes & Creatures

American Southwest (Arizona, New Mexico, Utah)1400 CE → presentAthabaskan migration to present (still practiced)

Overview

The mythology of the Diné (Navajo) people, centered on the emergence through four worlds into the present Glittering World. Features Changing Woman, the Hero Twins (Monster Slayer and Born for Water), and the Holy People. Healing ceremonies restore harmony (hózhó).

Traditions

Diné Bahaneʼ (creation story)Healing ceremonies

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