Category: Mythology
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Afrikaans folklore
Afrikaans folklore, also known as Afrikaner folklore, refers to the traditional beliefs, stories, legends, and cultural practices of the Afrikaner people, who are descended from Dutch, German, French Huguenot, and other European settlers in South Africa. Afrikaans is one of South Africa’s official languages, and Afrikaner folklore reflects the cultural heritage and history of this…
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South African folklore
South African folklore is a rich and diverse tradition that encompasses the oral stories, myths, legends, and cultural practices of the various ethnic groups and communities within South Africa. Due to the country’s multicultural nature, South African folklore reflects a wide range of cultural influences, including indigenous African traditions, European colonial legacies, and more recent…
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Moroccan mythology
Moroccan mythology, also known as Moroccan folklore or Amazigh mythology, refers to the traditional beliefs, stories, and religious practices of the people of Morocco. Morocco is a diverse country with a rich cultural heritage, and its mythology reflects a blend of indigenous Amazigh (Berber) traditions, Islamic influences, and other historical and regional influences. Here are…
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Berber mythology
Berber mythology, also known as Amazigh mythology, refers to the traditional beliefs, stories, and religious practices of the Berber people, an indigenous ethnic group native to North Africa. The Berber people inhabit regions across Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Mali, Niger, and other parts of North and West Africa. Berber mythology is rich and diverse, reflecting…
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Somali mythology
Somali mythology refers to the traditional beliefs, stories, and religious practices of the Somali people, who are an ethnic group primarily residing in the Horn of Africa, including Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, and parts of Kenya. Somali mythology is a complex and diverse system that has evolved over time, influenced by Islam and other neighboring cultures.…
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Maasai mythology
Maasai mythology, also known as Maasai traditional beliefs, encompasses the rich and vibrant religious and cultural traditions of the Maasai people, a Nilotic ethnic group residing in East Africa, primarily in Kenya and Tanzania. Maasai mythology is deeply intertwined with their way of life, worldview, and cultural identity. Here are some key elements and figures…
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Lotuko mythology
Lotuko mythology refers to the traditional beliefs, stories, and religious practices of the Lotuko people, an ethnic group primarily residing in the eastern part of South Sudan. The Lotuko have a rich and unique mythological tradition that reflects their cultural and spiritual heritage. While detailed information about Lotuko mythology is limited due to its oral…
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Kalenjin mythology
Kalenjin mythology encompasses the traditional beliefs, stories, and oral traditions of the Kalenjin people, who are an ethnic group native to the Great Rift Valley region of Kenya. The Kalenjin are made up of several subgroups, including the Kipsigis, Nandi, Pokot, Tugen, and others, each with its own unique folklore and cultural traditions. Kalenjin mythology…
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Dinka mythology
Dinka mythology, also known as Jieng mythology, refers to the traditional beliefs, stories, and religious practices of the Dinka people, who are a Nilotic ethnic group primarily residing in South Sudan and parts of Sudan. Dinka mythology is deeply intertwined with the cultural and spiritual life of the Dinka people and reflects their worldview, cosmology,…
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Kalenjin folklore
Kalenjin folklore encompasses the traditional beliefs, stories, and oral traditions of the Kalenjin people, who are an ethnic group native to the Great Rift Valley region of Kenya. The Kalenjin are made up of several subgroups, including the Kipsigis, Nandi, Pokot, Tugen, and others, each with its own unique folklore and cultural traditions. Kalenjin folklore…