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Zuni Harvest Ceremony

The Zuni Harvest Ceremony is a traditional Native American ritual that celebrates the successful gathering of crops, particularly maize. It involves prayers, dances, and offerings to honor spirits believed to influence agricultural abundance. The ceremony fosters community unity, expresses gratitude for growth, and ensures future fertility of the land. Rooted in centuries-old spiritual beliefs, it emphasizes harmony between humans and nature, maintaining cultural continuity and reverence for the natural world among the Zuni people.