Aboriginal Mythology

Who is Tjinimin in Aboriginal Mythology?

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Tjinimin was associated with bats

Keeping on with the theme of Aboriginal mythology and bat deities from the past few weeks (read about Balayang and Camazotz), today we’re going to look at the trickster bat god Tjinimin, who is a prominent figure in Australian Aboriginal mythology.  Read on to learn more about Tjinimin.  Who is Tjinimin? According to Aborignal folklore, … Read more

What is the Balayang? Aboriginal Mythology

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Balayang the Bat

In Australian Aboriginal mythology, the creator deity is known as Bunjil. Bunjil is a wedge-tailed eaglehawk who is often depicted in heroic fashion in Aboriginal folklore. Less is known about Bunjil’s brother, Balayang. In this article we will take a look at who Balayang was, and what his significance was to the Aboriginal people.  Who … Read more