the Proto-Indo-European creation myth. by Alexander Zavialov Manu and Yemo trave

the Proto-Indo-European creation myth.

by Alexander Zavialov

Manu and Yemo travel the cosmos accompanied by a celestial cow. Manu then kills either Yemo or the cow and Pater Dyeus creates the world using their remains. Manu becomes the first priest in the process and establishes the practice of sacrifice. A third man, Trito, comes into existence after the creation of the world and Pater Dyeus presents him with cattle. The cattle is stolen by a three-headed serpent and Trito recovers the cattle, either by himself or with the assistance of Pater Dyeus. Thus, Trito becomes the first warrior and ensures that the reciprocal cycle of mutual giving between gods and humans continues.