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Ababinili

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From Chickasaw mythology, Aba' Bínni'li', translating to "The One That Sits Above," is the creator deity of the Chickasaw.[1] He is often associated with the sun and the ceremonial fire of the stomp dance, where he is said to be present.[2]

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  1. ^ Coulter, Charles Russell; Turner, Patricia (4 July 2013). Encyclopedia of Ancient Deities. Routledge. p. 6. ISBN 978-1-135-96397-2. Ababinili (Chickasaw People, North America): He is the great or supreme spirit who is possibly a fire or sun god.
  2. ^ Jobes, Gertrude. Dictionary of Mythology Folklore and Symbols. New York:The Scarecrow Press, 1962.