Diyin Dineʼé (Holy People)
Diyin Dineʼé (Holy People) are the sacred beings who shaped the world and established the laws of the Navajo people during the long emergence through four underworlds. They include First Man, First Woman, Changing Woman, Monster Slayer, Born for Water, and many others, each responsible for different aspects of creation — from placing the stars to teaching the people how to weave. The Diyin Dineʼé gave the Navajo their ceremonies, songs, and the concept of hózhó (beauty, balance, and harmony). Their stories are not merely myths but living prescriptions for correct living, healing, and maintaini