The vast lands of the Navajo Nation have always provided food for the people of the tribe, whether it was from foraging, hunting or farming the lands. The Navajo have farmed their lands for hundreds of years, growing maize, squash, beans and many fruits, including…
Navajo Fry Bread
One of the traditional foods of the Navajo Nation is fry bread. While many tribes of the American Southwest have adopted the food, its origins are Navajo.…
Navajo Witchcraft
For the Navajo people, witchcraft is just another part of their spirituality and one of the “Ways” of their religion. The Navajo are have a close…
Navajo Medicine Wheel
Native American tribes heavily use symbolism in many aspects of their culture. One of the most recognizable symbols by those within and outside of tribal culture is the medicine wheel. A medicine wheel, which is also know as the “sacred hoop” can take…
Navajo Wedding Dress
Our lives are defined by a series of great moments, where everything seems to change. Birth, reaching adulthood, and even graduating from college represent moments that stand out and define our lives. It would be without saying that a wedding is just as important.…
Navajo Girl Names
We describe the world around us through names. We sit at our computer, we drink a liquid, we look outside and see the sun, and we think if places we will go next. Names allow us to communicate ideas and locations to one another, creating a more effective and…
Navajo Shaman
The prehistoric Navajos were the one of the last groups to arrive in the Southwest. They lived in the area of the Southwest called Four Corners, a place where four states of New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado and Utah meet. These people were nomads, hunters and…
Navajo Death Rituals
The Navajo people have a troubled and long history. Though they suffered from the past, they maintained their ancient customs and traditions. They also geared toward family life and events that surround their lifestyle. One of the most observed traditions…
Navajo Headdress
There are various important and colorful picturesque items that are commonly worn by the Navajo people. One of these is the Navajo headdress. The designs of this headdress are considered to be fantastic and unique from all other headdress that is often used…
Navajo Night Chant
Known as the Mountain Chant, the Navajo night chant is being given only during the winter season or hibernation. Apart from it, this is also being given as the wings started and the thunder storms ended. History Of The Night Chant For the Navajos, they believed…
