Once upon a time there was a group of people who were part of a culture that still remains unknown to this day. They were what could be described as a ‘tribe’, but that is not quite the right word for it. In the group, there was a leader who would be referred to as ‘the elders’ and they would be responsible for making decisions on behalf of the group and guiding them. They also had their own distinctive language and set of beliefs that they passed on to the members of the tribe.
The beliefs of the tribal group were quite unlike anything that could be found in mainstream society. They held a belief that their existence was subject to the will of an unknown god or spirit who had created the world and all that was in it. Their god or spirit was believed to have the power to take away the life of anyone they chose, as well as to provide with material wealth and nourishment.
The tribal group had a strong sense of communal obligation and responsibility and the elders would often be consulted whenever a decision had to be made. In addition to this, the group also had a system of behaviour which was, and still is, largely based on folklore and myths.
The folklore and myths of the group were very diverse in influences, spanning many different cultures, and were largely made up of stories and beliefs passed down through oral tradition, as well as written down in sacred books such as the Bible. These stories and beliefs formed part of the fabric that held the group together and allowed them a sense of stability and identity.
One of the most popular myths amongst the tribal group was the belief in a powerful spirit which they referred to as ‘the leader of the giants’. This spirit would be thought of as a supernatural being who had control over the environment and who could be party to the many processes that occurred in nature. It was believed that the leader of the giants provided a protection against any possible danger, be it from humans or from the elements.
The leader of the giants was also said to have a direct influence on the physical world and its inhabitants. For example, if a particular crop had failed to yield a good harvest, it was thought that the leader of the giants had been making offerings to the gods in order to encourage a more abundant crop. This was known as a ‘gift from the gods’.
The beliefs and mythology of the group were in place for hundreds of years and were passed down from generation to generation. Over time, some of this mythology was lost due to unrecorded changes in culture and lifestyle, but the majority of it still remains very alive in todays culture, in the form of stories, superstitions, and rituals.
These beliefs and myths are part of the culture’s shared identity and tradition. They are integral to understanding this close-knit tribal group and its way of life, and cannot be separated from the modern-day sense of belonging that is felt by its members. These myths and beliefs have been a source of strength, comfort, and purpose - and although they are not accepted by mainstream society, they remain a powerful part of this group’s tradition and identity.
