Sacred Cosmic Navels: Illuminating Indigenous Wisdom and Spiritual Interconnectedness

  • Author(s) / Creator(s)
  • This study investigates the multifaceted symbolism of the belly button across diverse cultures worldwide and its implications for the realm of culturally responsive education. At the heart of this inquiry lies a thorough examination and synthesis of insights from both Indigenous knowledge systems and Western scholarly discourse, aimed at unraveling the belly button's significance as a universal emblem of human interconnectedness. Serving as a focal point of individual identity, ancestral wisdom, and cosmic unity, the belly button transcends temporal and spatial boundaries, offering a tangible conduit for understanding cultural continuity and fostering wholistic well-being among individuals and communities. Through an extensive review of
    literature, this study illuminates how the enigmatic symbolism of the belly button shapes cultural narratives and informs educational paradigms. Moreover, this study advocates for the integration of Indigenous perspectives into educational frameworks, underscoring the critical importance of
    acknowledging and honouring diverse cultural identities in educational contexts. By offering actionable insights and guidance for educators and policymakers, this scholarly exploration aims to spark transformative dialogues and collaborations across diverse knowledge systems, ultimately striving to cultivate a more interconnected, equitable, and harmonious educational ethos. This abstract serves as a gateway to the rich insights and implications explored within this study, inviting readers on a journey of discovery into the profound significance of the belly button and its transformative potential in education

  • Date created
    2024-04-26
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  • Type of Item
    Research Material
  • DOI
    https://doi.org/10.7939/r3-yn0p-vq77
  • License
    Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International