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Earth on Turtle's Back: An Oral Tradition

Discover the captivating Onondaga tribe creation myth, "Earth on Turtle's Back." This ancient tale recounts how the world was formed with the help of a determined muskrat. When a woman falls from the Sky-World, the animals must find a way to help her. The brave and persistent muskrat dives deep into the ocean and brings up earth, which is then placed on the back of a great turtle. This earth grows and expands, eventually becoming the world we know. This story highlights themes of determination, cooperation, and the interconnectedness of nature.