Kachina
noun
Kachina refers to a spirit being, often represented in the form of dolls, in the religious beliefs of Native American Pueblo peoples.
The children learned about kachinas during their cultural studies.
Often appears as...
- kachina doll
- kachina ceremony
Usage tips
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spirit, ritual, tradition
noun
Kachina refers to a spirit being, often represented in the form of dolls, in the religious beliefs of Native American Pueblo peoples.
The children learned about kachinas during their cultural studies.
Often appears as...
- kachina doll
- kachina ceremony
Usage tips
Neutral
spirit, ritual, tradition
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Understanding
Understand that kachinas are more than just crafts; they symbolize deep spiritual beliefs.
During the festival, the kachinas were honored in various ceremonies.
Pro Tip 2/3Holistic Approach
Recognize the belief that kachinas connect the earthly and spiritual realms.
The kachinas were thought to influence weather patterns and agricultural success.
Pro Tip 3/3Symbolic Meaning
Kachinas serve as representations of life aspects and are significant in ceremonies.
In the dance, the kachinas brought blessings to the community.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Understanding
Understand that kachinas are more than just crafts; they symbolize deep spiritual beliefs.
During the festival, the kachinas were honored in various ceremonies.
Pro Tip 2/3Holistic Approach
Recognize the belief that kachinas connect the earthly and spiritual realms.
The kachinas were thought to influence weather patterns and agricultural success.
Pro Tip 3/3Symbolic Meaning
Kachinas serve as representations of life aspects and are significant in ceremonies.
In the dance, the kachinas brought blessings to the community.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Understanding
Understand that kachinas are more than just crafts; they symbolize deep spiritual beliefs.
During the festival, the kachinas were honored in various ceremonies.
Pro Tip 2/3Holistic Approach
Recognize the belief that kachinas connect the earthly and spiritual realms.
The kachinas were thought to influence weather patterns and agricultural success.
Pro Tip 3/3Symbolic Meaning
Kachinas serve as representations of life aspects and are significant in ceremonies.
In the dance, the kachinas brought blessings to the community.
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