Global InformationBirrangulu information
In Gamilaraay mythology, Birrangulu (‘face like an axe handle’, from birra ‘axe handle’ and ngulu ‘forehead’)[1] or Birrahgnooloo is a fertility spirit[citation needed] who would send floods if properly asked.[2] She is said to have had a long thin face.[1]
Birrangulu is one of two wives of Baiame,[1][3] with whom she is the mother of Daramulum.[citation needed]
In the Guwamu language, Birrangula, is a name of the Creator.[1]
- ^ a b c d Ash, Giacon & Lissarrague 2003, p. 41.
- ^ Langloh-Parker, K. (1905). The Euahlayi Tribe: A Study of Aboriginal Life in Australia. London: Archibald Constable and Company, Ltd. pp. 7–8.
- ^ Fuller, Norris & Trudgett 2013, p. 12.