Collection of Navajo legends and folktales. Navajo myths about the creation of the world. Short overview of the major Navajo mythological figures. Legends about the Navajo goddess Changing Woman (Asdzaa nádleehé). Legends and oral history in English and Dine. Navajo legend about the trickster Coyote slaying a giant.

Navajo Myths and Legends are captivating tales deeply rooted in the rich cultural heritage of the Navajo people. These narratives encompass diverse elements, from the creation story and the heroic adventures of the Navajo Hero Twins to the symbolic significance of colors and the spiritual connection to nature.

Here you will learn all about the Navajo People, the Diné , and about Bikeyah, or Navajoland. Two of the most important characters in Navaho mythology are twin miracle-performing sons of White-Shell Woman, Yólkai Ĕstsán, chief goddess.

Learn about Navajo Legends including, The Navajo Creation Story, The Blessingway and Navajo witches, called Skinwalkers.

Presents folk tales from various native peoples including the Kiowa, Zuni, Cherokee, Hopi, Navajo, and Muskogee, all featuring the spider character. In "Iktomi and Buzzard: A Lakota Legend," the arrogant spider figure learns the importance of kindness and humility.

Navajo mythology is a rich tapestry of stories and beliefs that shape the identity of the Navajo people. These tales, passed down through generations, explore the creation of the world, the origins of humanity, and the intricate relationship between the natural and spiritual realms.

Read Native American stories and folk tales from North, Central and South America in collections from Zitkala-Ša, Cornelius Mathews, Cyrus MacMillan and more. Jump to full collection of Native American folk tales.

2020年8月11日 · In this marvelous collection, Franc Newcomb recounts some of the many such tales she heard during long winter evenings at Blue Mesa, tales that describe the journey of the Diné to the present world and the efforts of the People to establish themselves here.

2025年2月5日 · Explore the rich world of Navajo mythology through Coyote trickster tales. Discover their deep meanings and cultural significance in this insightful article!

2015年9月30日 · Navajo legends were primarily passed on through word of mouth. From one generation to the next, these myths and stories were repeatedly told and believed. There are even many Navajo legends that never made their way out of the tribe.