Nzambi Mpungu and the Creation of the World
In the beginning, there was only Nzambi Mpungu, the supreme creator, and the dark, formless waters. Nzambi Mpungu spoke the world into existence, separating the waters above from the waters below to create the sky and the earth. He created the sun, moon, and stars, then the plants, animals, and finally the first man and woman. Nzambi Mpungu gave humanity the laws of life and taught them how to live in harmony with nature. However, humans soon became disobedient, and Nzambi Mpungu grew weary of their constant quarrels. He withdrew from the world, leaving it to run on its own. But he left behind