Sacred myths from Santería centered on nature and the natural world • Includes more than 40 myths, stories, and histories from the Lucumí tradition • Reassembles the oral fragments from the African diaspora into coherent stories • Demonstrates that the African peoples, specifically the Yoruba, had deep philosophies and metaphysics involving nature and the natural world Since ancient times the Yoruba of West Africa created sacred stories--patakís--to make sense of the world around them. Upon arrival in the New World, the Yoruba religion began to incorporate elements from Catholic and Native traditions, evolving into Santería, and new patakís were born, adding to the many chapters already found in the odu of the diloggun--the sacred oral teachings and divination system of the Yoruba, or Lucumí, faith. Comparable to the myths of ancient Greece and Rome and rich with jewels of wisdom like the I Ching, these Santería stories are as vast as the Hindu Vedas and as culturally significant as the parables in the Torah, Talmud, and Christian Bible. Diloggun Tales of the Natural World presents more than 40 patakís that shed light upon the worldview of Santería. Each story in this collection, reassembled from the oral tradition of the African diaspora, is centered on a spiritual principle in nature: the waxing and waning of the moon, solar and lunar eclipses, the phenomenon of shooting stars, the separation of sky and earth, and the origins of the animals and birds who play key roles in Santería symbology. Revealing the metaphysics, theology, and philosophy of the Yoruba people, this volume shows these stories to be as powerful and relevant today as they were to the ancient Yoruba who once safeguarded them.

Provides a collection of nature tales and folktales from all over the world, in an anthology designed to inspire young readers to appreciate nature and work toward saving the planet. Reprint.

"Nature Myths and Stories for Little Children" by Flora J. Cooke. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

Dear adventurous friend! Would you like to immerse yourself in a world full of magic, mystery and natural wonders? Then, I have the perfect book for you! I present to you Tales of Nature, a fascinating collection of stories that will take you to explore the most exciting and beautiful corners of the natural world. Imagine entering an enchanted forest where the trees whisper ancient secrets, fairies dance among the flowers and animals talk to each other. Or embark on an exciting journey following the journey of a drop of water from the high mountains to the vast ocean, learning about the importance of conserving this vital resource along the way. But that's not all, in this book you will also find the exciting story of a group of brave children who discover a forgotten garden and decide to restore it, learning about the power of renewal and caring for the environment. And don't miss the story of the guardian of the rainbow, who undertakes a mission to restore the colors of the rainbow, teaching us valuable lessons about the importance of caring for and protecting our environment. Each story is full of exciting adventures, charming characters, and powerful lessons about the importance of caring for and respecting the nature around us. At the end of each story, you will find an inspiring moral that will remind you of the importance of protecting our planet and all the creatures that inhabit it. With Tales of Nature, you will not only embark on an exciting journey through the imagination, but you will also learn valuable lessons about respect for the environment and the importance of taking care of our home. Get ready to venture into a world full of surprises and amazing discoveries! Don't wait any longer to immerse yourself in this incredible adventure! Tales of Nature awaits you, ready to take you on an unforgettable journey into the magic and wonder of our natural world.

This classic text by Flora Cooke is a wonderful collection of enchanting tales of a wide variety nature's beasts and beings. This book includes stories about life forms ranging from mammals and birds to plants and trees. The author's love of the natural world is apparent throughout this volume and it will no doubt prove infectious to all who read the pages inside.

A collection of thirty wonderful stories about the nature and the countryside from one of the world's best-loved children's authors; perfect to enjoy all year round. Enjoy the freedom of the outdoors, the beauty of the countryside and the charm of all creatures great and small in this bumper short-story collection. Enid Blyton loved the countryside, animals and birds and she wrote many wonderful stories to teach children all about the natural world. Each story is perfect for reading aloud to young children and is the ideal length for bedtime or classroom story time. *** Enid Blyton ® and Enid Blyton's signature are Registered Trademarks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trademark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trademark and copyright owner.

The first book on Santer�s holiest divination system, the Diloggun. Explores the lore surrounding this mysterious oracle, the living Bible of one of the world's fastest growing faiths. Examines each family of " odu" and how their actions affect the spiritual development of the individual. An indispensable guide to the mysteries of the orishas.