Plume offerings made at the shrine of Pai yat yamo

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Plume offerings made at the shrine of Pai yat yamo

Plume offerings made at the shrine of Pai yat yamo, God of Music, Zuni nation. Chromolithograph by August Hoen from John Wesley Powells 23rd Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology, Washington, 1904

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23rd Annual Bureau Ceremony Ethnography Ethnology Feather Hoen Nation Offering Plume Powell Report Ritual Shrine Wesley Zuni

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Plume Offerings at the Shrine of Pai Yat Yamo, God of Music, Zuni Nation This chromolithograph by August Hoen, published in John Wesley Powell's 23rd Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology in 1904, depicts a sacred moment at the shrine of Pai Yat Yamo, the God of Music among the Zuni people. The Zuni, a Native American tribe residing in the southwestern United States, have a rich cultural heritage that includes a deep connection to their deities and the natural world. The image showcases the intricate and reverent act of offering plumes, or feathers, to the deity. The Zuni people believed that the feathers, often sourced from eagles, hawks, and other birds, were imbued with spiritual power and could be used to communicate with the divine. This ritual offering was a significant aspect of their religious practices, symbolizing respect, gratitude, and connection to the natural world and the gods. The shrine, adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors, reflects the Zuni people's artistic and spiritual sensibilities. The image captures the essence of the Zuni people's deep reverence for their gods and their connection to the land, music, and the natural world. The chromolithograph, with its meticulous attention to detail, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Zuni people and their unique spiritual practices.

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