066/366 The Corn Maiden
Corn played an important mythological role in many tribes. Corn was a respected deity, while in others, corn was a special gift to the people from the Creator or culture hero. In addition to its importance as a food source, corn also played a ceremonial role in many tribes, with sacred corn pollen or cornmeal being used as ritual adornment and spiritual offerings.
Isleta Reservation, New Mexico
066/366 The Corn Maiden
Corn played an important mythological role in many tribes. Corn was a respected deity, while in others, corn was a special gift to the people from the Creator or culture hero. In addition to its importance as a food source, corn also played a ceremonial role in many tribes, with sacred corn pollen or cornmeal being used as ritual adornment and spiritual offerings.
Isleta Reservation, New Mexico