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they honor it by dancing and wearing masks facing it and a ceremonie is for the underworld (where they thought they came from)
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∙ 13y agobecause its 4 the children and 4 the spirit's. I think... I'm just thinking. ._.
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∙ 13y agoKachina dolls were important because, the dolls educated the Hopi youth.
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∙ 10y agoThe Hopi made Kachina dolls of cottonwood roots,feathers, grass, and other natural recources.
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What tribe used dolls to educate young Hopi about their religion?
They used kachina dolls
Who is the maker of the Kachina doll?
Kachina dolls are made by the Hopi and has religious purposes. They are commonly called katsina dolls. There is no "ch" sound in the Hopi language.
What is the katchina dolls purpose?
Kachina dolls represent spirit beings or something from the natural world that can include, but not limited to, an element, a natural event, or an ancestor. The dolls are given to children to protect and respect. It is believed that if one respects and cares for the Kachina that it can use its power to do good for humankind. The Kachinas are used by the Zuni, Pueblo and Hopi tribes.
Which is a symbolic meaning of a kachina doll?
Kachina dolls made by Hopi people to instruct young girls and new brides about katsinas or katsinam, the immortal beings that bring rain, control other aspects of the natural world and society, and act as messengers between humans and the spirit world.
Why do people visit the hopi?
the size of a kachina was augmented by the addition of the other carved piece attached by glue
What did John Wayne collect?
John Wayne collected Hopi "kachina" dolls.
What has the author Andrea Portago written?
Andrea Portago has written: 'Classic Hopi and Zuni kachina figures' -- subject(s): Hopi dolls, Hopi mythology, Kachina dolls, Zuni dolls, Zuni mythology
Why are hopi indianes famoues for what thay do?
For there kachina dolls
What are the hopi's artifacts?
pottery baskets kachina dolls
How does the hopi worship their gods?
they worship kachina dolls who were there gods
What tribe used dolls to educate young Hopi about their religion?
They used kachina dolls
What were dolls used to educate young Hopi about their religion?
they used kachina figures
John Wayne what did he collect?
john Wayne was an avid collector of dolls yes dolls
Why were kachina dolls important to the American Indians?
Kachina "dolls" are not important to all American Indians. They are important to the different groups of the Western Pueblo peoples in the American Southwest. Some katchina dolls were actual dolls for teaching kids and play for girls. These tend to be much simpler than the ones that are often seen. Other kachina "dolls" are produced as artwork and for sale. Others are for religious purposes and associated with the kachina religion. Each one represents and embodies a different kachina spirit. They not worshipped . They are powerful beings who, if given veneration and respect, can use their particular power for human good. The beliefs vary from group to group. Amoung the Hopi, the kachina live on the San Francisco Peaks near Flagstaff Arizona. The word in Hopi is katsina , plural katsinim. The important ones are called wuya. They come to visit the Hopi mesas at certain times of year. Some people are chosen to dress as and embody the kachina for ceremonies and dances. The kachina "dolls' for religious purposes are very carefully taken care of and "fed' cornmeal and blessings are said over them. Some important kachina, that had been taken, and were being sold in Paris, were recently returned to the Hopi people. There are about 60 or more kachina in the Hopi.Among the Zuni, the kachina live the Lake of the Dead where the Zuni river meets the Little Colorado.
Are the Hopi Indians farmers?
Some of the Hopi are farmers. Some have mainstream jobs. Others make silver jewelry, pottery and kachina dolls
Who is the maker of the Kachina doll?
Kachina dolls are made by the Hopi and has religious purposes. They are commonly called katsina dolls. There is no "ch" sound in the Hopi language.
Why are Kachina important to Hopi?
Because a Kachina is a spirit that visits once every half year and it is very important to them. Also each Kachina represents something.
