Gaoh

nature_spirit sky Iroquois single tradition · 2

Gaoh is a wind spirit and giant of the Iroquois, Huron and Seneca people. He was described as a cannibal and a giant who could uproot trees. Gaoh is mostly a benevolent spirit, but can be restless and violent, and would create storms.

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Great Spirit
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Gǎ-oh, Gǎ-oh

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“Gaoh, Ga-oh or Gǎ-oh is a wind spirit and giant of the Iroquois, Huron and Seneca people.”

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“Gaoh - Iroquois mythology”

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