How to Say “God” in Navajo

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Diyin Ayóí Átʼéii
The Navajo word for God is Diyin Ayóí Átʼéii.
The term is used to refer to a deity.
Meaning: deity (noun)

Which one should you use?

While Diyin Ayóí Átʼéii is the general term for a deity, the related form Diyin Ayóó Átʼéii is used specifically to name the single deity of monotheism.

Related words

Single deity of monotheism (name): Diyin Ayóó Átʼéii, Diyin God.

Did you know?

  • Traditional Navajo spirituality focuses on Yéii, which are the Holy People, rather than a single omnipotent 'god'.
  • Navajo spirituality emphasizes 'Hózhó', a state of balance and harmony, which all deities and humans strive to maintain.
  • The root of Diyin is connected to the concept of being a shaman, suggesting that holiness and spiritual medicine are linguistically inseparable.

Example conversation

Amanda and Brandon are discussing their beliefs.

  1. Amanda

    Diyin Ayóí Átʼéii bee nishłį́, Brandon.
    I believe in a god, Brandon.
  2. Brandon

    Diyin Ayóí Átʼéii tʼáá áání?
    Does the god actually speak?
  3. Amanda

    Áá', Diyin Ayóí Átʼéii łeeh.
    Yes, there is a god.
  4. Brandon

    Hózhóóh.
    That is good.

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