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This article examines the relationship between nature and supernature among the Panare Indians of Venezuelan Guiana. The authors argue that the Panare do not perceive a sharp distinction between these two realms. Instead, they view the natural world as imbued with spiritual forces and beings, which are integral to their understanding of hunting, illness, and social relations. The article explores how Panare myths and rituals reflect this interconnectedness, emphasizing the role of shamans in mediating between the human and spirit worlds. The authors challenge traditional anthropological dichotomies between nature and culture, arguing for a more nuanced understanding of indigenous cosmologies.

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