Nukunonu

Primordial void in Tuvaluan mythology.

In Tuvaluan mythology, Nukunonu is the primordial void or nothingness that existed before creation. It represents the boundless expanse from which all things emerged, often depicted as a dark, watery abyss.

Etymology

Nukunonu is from Tuvaluan, referring to the primordial void.

Explain Like I’m 5

In Tuvaluan stories, Nukunonu is like a big, dark space where everything started before the world was made.

Fun Facts

Nukunonu represents the state before existence
It is a key concept in Tuvaluan cosmology
From Nukunonu, the creator god emerged

FAQ

What is Nukunonu? It's a primordial void in Tuvaluan mythology
What was it like? It existed before creation, described as a dark and empty space
Is Nukunonu male or female? It is considered genderless

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