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In this episode of the Mythical Madam, host June explores the creation myth of Mbombo, the creator god of the Kuba people of Central Africa. The story begins with Mbombo's stomach ache, leading to the chaotic and unexpected creation of the universe. The episode delves into the rich cultural context of the Kuba kingdom, the significance of names in the myth, and the philosophical implications of creation as a collaborative process. It emphasizes that beginnings can be messy and that creation is a shared responsibility among gods, humans, and nature.
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The Mythical Madam Podcast is Produced and Edited by Andy Lara and Jon Armstrong at SunFaceMedia. www.sunfacemedia.com
By Exploring the wonderful world of legends & mythologyIn this episode of the Mythical Madam, host June explores the creation myth of Mbombo, the creator god of the Kuba people of Central Africa. The story begins with Mbombo's stomach ache, leading to the chaotic and unexpected creation of the universe. The episode delves into the rich cultural context of the Kuba kingdom, the significance of names in the myth, and the philosophical implications of creation as a collaborative process. It emphasizes that beginnings can be messy and that creation is a shared responsibility among gods, humans, and nature.
Follow the Mythical Madam::
www.instagram.com/themythicalmadam
www.youtube.com/@themythicalmadam
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/42PggKZ
Listen on Spotify:
The Mythical Madam Podcast is Produced and Edited by Andy Lara and Jon Armstrong at SunFaceMedia. www.sunfacemedia.com