Wi (mythology)
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In Lakota mythology
, Wi is one of the most supreme gods. He is a solar deity
, and is associated with the American Bison
. He is the father of Whope
. Anog Ite
attempted to seduce Wi, but she had one of her two faces changed into an ugly visage as punishment.
Lakota mythology
Here is a list of articles pertaining to Lakota mythology, a Native American people of North and South Dakota:#Anog Ite#Anoliy#Anpao#Canotila#Capa#Cetan#Haokah#Ictinike #Inyan#Iya#Ptehehincalasanwin #Skan#Tate...
, Wi is one of the most supreme gods. He is a solar deity
Solar deity
A solar deity is a sky deity who represents the Sun, or an aspect of it, usually by its perceived power and strength. Solar deities and sun worship can be found throughout most of recorded history in various forms...
, and is associated with the American Bison
American Bison
The American bison , also commonly known as the American buffalo, is a North American species of bison that once roamed the grasslands of North America in massive herds...
. He is the father of Whope
Whope
In Lakota mythology, Wóȟpe is a goddess of peace, the daughter of Wi and the Moon, Haŋhépi-Wi. She was the wife of the south wind. When she visited the Earth, she gave the Dakota Indians a pipe as a symbol of peace. Later, Wóȟpe became the White Buffalo Calf Woman...
. Anog Ite
Anog Ite
In Lakota mythology, Anúŋg Ité is a daughter of Škáŋ and wife of Tate. She was tricked by Iktomi to attempt to seduce Wi but failed when Škáŋ tells Wi that he has forgotten his wife. For attempting to undo the proper order and place herself in Hanwi's position and forgetting her own family, one...
attempted to seduce Wi, but she had one of her two faces changed into an ugly visage as punishment.