About this myth
Zulu Genesis is a Creation myth originating from the Zulu belief system. The main deity depicted in this myth is likely Unkulunkulu.
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Myth summary
Unkulunkulu was the first supreme deity and the first man. He grew from a large seed into a reed that broke away from the plant. After he was born, he watched other men and women born in the same fashion. He created everything from land, animals, and other men. In short, he broke away from the source and there was nothing before him.
Attested: Unknown
Created: Unknown
Main deity: Unkulunkulu
Belief system: Zulu
Origin: Africa › Southern Africa › South Africa
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The Zulu Genesis creation myth features the creation of the world and man by the supreme deity known as Unkulunkulu.
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