These rich narratives offer a glimpse into the Navajo's cosmic and mythological beliefs, weaving together stories of survival, coexistence, and creation across multiple worlds. Top image: Navajo mythology is woven into the Navajo culture and its legendary rugs.

The Navajo pantheon includes a wide range of gods and goddesses, each with their unique powers and responsibilities. Some of the most well-known figures in Navajo mythology include Hastsehogan, the god of farming and household, and White Shell Woman, a goddess associated with fertility and childbirth.

Navajo origin stories begin with a First World of darkness (Nihodilhil). From this Dark World the Dine began a journey of emergence into the world of the present. It had four corners, and over these appeared four clouds.

The Navajo people have a deep reverence for their gods and goddesses, and their rituals and ceremonies play a vital role in honoring these divine beings. Let’s delve into the rich traditions and beliefs surrounding the worship of Navajo deities.