Nokomis

ancestor earth Ojibwe single tradition · 1

Nokomis is the grandmother figure in Anishinaabe folklore, often depicted as a wise elder and spiritual guide. She appears alongside Nanabush in stories that convey important life lessons to younger generations. Nokomis embodies nurturing, knowledge transmission, and the continuity of cultural wisdom.

Relationships

co occurs with
Nanabush, Amik

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Sources

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Source passages

“In Anishinaabe traditional stories, Nanabush, Amik (beaver), and Nokomis (grandmother figure) are important characters.”

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