Nemquetcha

Nemquetcha
   Culture hero of the Muyscayas, who may be Bochica in that the fourfold division of the tribe is attributed to him. On the other hand he may equally well have been as associate of Bochica. His wife was Hunthaca, who subsequently became a moon goddess, and is sometimes confused with Chia. Alternative spelling Nemterequeteba.

Who’s Who in non-classical mythology . . 2014.

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  • Muyscaya Indian Creation Legend —    In the myths of the Muyscayas and the Chibchas light, which existed before all things, was brought to earth in a casket known as Chimini Pagus and two blackbirds distributed the shining matter in their breaks. The Flood was caused by the moon… …   Who’s Who in non-classical mythology

  • Hunthaca —    See Nemquetcha …   Who’s Who in non-classical mythology

  • Nemterequeteba —    See Nemquetcha …   Who’s Who in non-classical mythology

  • Sua —    Culture hero of the Muyscayas akin to Bochica and Nemquetcha …   Who’s Who in non-classical mythology

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