The ancient culture of the Guarani people, who are spread across Paraguay, Brazil, Argentina, and Bolivia, is as strong today as it was many centuries ago, sustained through an oral tradition of passing down myths and legends from one generation to the next. Included among these tales, is the Guarani creation story and the legend of the seven cursed brothers who were transformed into terrifying beasts.
Very little is known about the Guarani people prior to their contact with the Spanish conquistadors. They were a nomadic, decentralized society and had no written language, so their early history is based entirely on oral accounts.
When Europeans arrived in the 16th century, many Guarani people were converted to Christianity, leading to some of their traditions and religious practices being lost or watered down. However, many of their core beliefs have still been retained among indigenous communities in the Guaraní region, allowing their stories of creation to be retold till this day.
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