The Holy Trinity

The Haudenosaunee speak of a man who was born to a virgin, a man whose canoe was made of stone and a man who was known to have changed and saved the world. This man, Peacemaker, created wampum and gifted the Haudenosaunee with the Great Law. 

Peacemaker's story is too obvious not to see the similarities with the Christians' Jesus. 

Another story I find interesting (and another story I retold) is Raven and Whale. It is perhaps not as obvious as Peacemaker's story but you can easily see the similarity with Jonah's being swallowed by a whale (again, in the Hebrew bible).  

If you find these similarities interesting, let me tell of the concept of Holy Trinity from the perspective of the Inuit. 

The Holy Trinity consists of God the Father, God the son and God the Holy Spirit. God, the Father is usually depicted as a bearded older (white) gentleman. God the son looks the way the Bible would have you see Jesus, a handsome 30 yr. old white man. God the Holy Spirit is usually depicted as a white dove. 

Among the Inuit, if a picture of the Holy Trinity existed (and there are large numbers of Christians in the north), God the Father would be a bright ball of light. His/her power is such that humans could not look upon them. God the son would be a being neither male nor female and they would be beautiful, kind and loving. 

God the Holy Spirit would be Raven. As with the Christian Dove, Raven has the power of God because Raven is one third of the Holy Trinity. Raven is God himself. 

And Raven is often the intermediary between God and humans and thus the thing of legends. 

You can now see why Raven is revered above all others; flyers, four leggeds and swimmers. 

In Inuit mythology, Tulugaak, known as the Raven God, plays a central role in creation and spiritual balance.

Represented as a powerful and benevolent being, Tulugaak embodies wisdom and connection to the spiritual realm.

Inuit traditions revere Tulugaak as a guide and protector, emphasizing respect for nature and spiritual harmony.

Inuit mythology originates from the rich cultural traditions of the indigenous Inuit peoples, blending spiritual beliefs and storytelling passed down through generations. These myths and legends form a vital part of Inuit identity and worldview, shaping their understanding of the natural and supernatural worlds.

Inuit mythology highlights the interconnectedness between humans and the natural world, emphasizing respect and harmony with the environment. Gods and spirits in Inuit belief systems personify natural forces and elements, underscoring the intrinsic link between spirituality and the land.