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Guarani mythology
The Guarani are a tribe of South American Native Americans, located in Paraguay and Peru.
Jurupari was a very important deity whom only men could worship. Women who somehow learned anything of his rituals were killed.
Abaangui was a god who cut off his nose, which became the moon.
The Pombero or "pomberito" (little pombero), is a libidinous elf.
See also: Mythology, Guarani language
Last updated: 10-24-2004 05:10:45