My Dark Origins post today provides some insight into the religious beliefs of the San (Bushmen), rock art and a YT video of a San Moon Dance. Thanks for hosting, Kaye Lynne Booth.
In January and February, I introduced you to the San or Bushmen of Southern African and shared some of their cultural ways and traditional stories.
Part 1 provided an introduction to the San and some information about a specific rock art form of the human hand. You can read it here: https://writingtoberead.com/2022/01/26/dark-origins-african-myths-and-legends-the-san-previously-bushmen-part-1/
Part 2 provided an overview of the San hunting methods and I shared another traditional story. I also introduced you to the Bushman Heritage Museum in Nieu Bethesda. You can read it here: https://writingtoberead.com/2022/02/23/dark-origins-african-myths-and-legends-the-san-previously-bushmen-part-2/
Today, I am sharing a bit about the traditional religious beliefs of the San.
God and the afterlife
The bushmen traditionally believe in a greater and a lesser Supreme Being or God.
The greater God first created himself and then the land and the food it produces, the air and water. He is generally a positive power and protects, wards off disease and teaches…
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Thats very interesting, Robbie! Will head over to read. xx Michael
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Thank you, Michael ❤️
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Terrific as always Robbie!
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Thank you, John 😊
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I’m fascinated by the whole culture surrounding the San people.
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Hi Chris, I also enjoy learning about the San. All the southern African peoples have interesting beliefs and myths.
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Heading over to read the rest. Fascinating history!
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Thank you, Jan 🌷
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A very interesting post, Robbie! It reminds me of some Chinese belief of the after-life.
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Hi Miriam, that is very interesting, Miriam. I must admit that I don’t know much about Chinese spiritual beliefs.
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It’s fascinating, Robbie. I just take it for granted. The myths and legends are complex also. I should write little bit about it. We’re on our way to see the grandkids.
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Perhaps when you get back you could do some posts. I am sure your grandchildren would like to learn about it too. You could even write a book.
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You’re right, Robbie. I’ll start with writing some posts first.
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Robbie, thank you! This is fascinating.
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Hi Charles, I am pleased you enjoyed learning a little bit about the San/Bushmen. The have such interesting beliefs, myths, and stories.
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Another fascinating post, Robbie. Thanks for sharing with us!
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Hi Lauren, I’m glad you enjoyed this last post about the Bushmen.
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Heading on over to the full post!
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Thank you, Annette
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