First Peoples' Creation Stories

Photograph of interpretive panel (06/08/03) - First Nations Exhibit Canadian Museum of Civilization

 

First Nations beliefs developed from animistic philosophies. Animals, plants, trees, and inanimate objects are interpreted in human terms and their relation to the earth, sky, and water. A cosmological order exists, within which humans live, that values balance and harmony with all of these forces. 2

 

 

Explore some of the creation stories

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Four Directions Teachings

 


Sources:

1. http://www.btinternet.com/~initiative.cafe/Raven.gif

2. http://www.ucalgary.ca/applied_history/tutor/firstnations/home.html