Puana

Puana is a snake god in the Mythology of the Yaruro people from Venezuela.[1][2] He, along with Itcai the Jaguar, is responsible for creating the earth and water. He is also credited with teaching Kuma, the mother goddess, the correct way of becoming pregnant.

References

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  1. ^ Leeming, David (2010). Creation Myths of the World: An Encyclopedia, Volume 1. ABC-CLIO. pp. 281–282. ISBN 9781598841749.
  2. ^ Bartlett, Sarah (2009). The Mythology Bible: The Definitive Guide to Legendary Tales. Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. p. 238. ISBN 9781402770029.


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