Itikaru
deity earth Aboriginal Australian single tradition · 1
Itikaru is a deity recognized by various tribal groups as a key figure in the creation of red ochre at Uluru. This deity is often described as taking the form of an emu in dreamtime stories. Itikaru is similar to other ochre-creation deities across different Aboriginal tribes.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- Tjapara, Adnoartina, Kuringii, Kilowilina, Perilingunina
- manifests as
- Emu
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“different tribes recognise deities such as 'Kuringii', 'Kilowilina', 'Perilingunina', 'Itikaru' and 'Tjapara' as key figures in the creation of red ochre.”
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