Stories about spirits show people's fear of the unknown, while in stories about animals, people often have a close connection with them, even though they are hunted, they are not enemies of the tribe.
Even the death of a hunted animal is not considered an offence because the animal agreed to be the guest. When a hunter kills an animal, he is praised and told not to be offended, to return the hunter in a different way.
To this, hunters must make sacrifices, such as cutting parts of the animal's butt and throwing them to the ground or the river, while thanking the animal and asking him to come back.
The elderly women tell the children some stories about animals so they can get to know them. The myth answers children's curious questions about their shape, size, or color.
Native American Cultures: Myths and magic
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This book challenges deep-seated stereotypes and offers an enriching perspective that contributes to a more comprehensive and respectful appreciation of the indigenous peoples of North America. Through an understanding of their myths and beliefs, we are taking an important step toward cultural reconciliation and the recognition of the diversity that has enriched the history of this continent.
These mythical stories, many of them linked to the literary genre of fantasy, reveal a world where the divine and the human intertwine in narratives that explain the cosmic order, creation, and the fundamental structure of the universe. Discover how these sacred tales bear witness to the deep connection of the natives with nature and spirituality.
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