Creation Story Cayuga

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Title:	Creation Story Cayuga Language UNAVAILABLE	Producer/Author:	Jacob E. Thomas
Subject:	Language, Sacred/Spiritual Traditions	Cassette Running Time:	90 minutes
Grade Level:	Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten, Eleven, Twelve, College, University, Adult Education	Publication Date:	1993

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UNAVAILABLE This title is no longer available from the distributor Tshe Niyawe:oh Ne? One Tshaohweja:deh - Creation Story, Cayuga Language is a condensed version of the Iroquois Creation Story told in Cayuga with English translation. This story begins on Earth with the contest between the Twins. The key points of this version relate to the creation of animals, the establishment of the ceremonies and clans. Jacob E. Thomas from the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory in Ontario recorded the story in Cayuga. The listener can follow along in the 31-page text that accompanies the 90-minute audiocassette. English translation is provided. This audiocassette is ideal for Cayuga language students interested in learning more about this pivotal event in Iroquois history.