Category: Shamanism
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Approaching Thanksgiving
It is now late Autumn, here, almost exactly halfway between the North Pole and the Equator. Although the past few days have been warm, there is always a chill to the air. I find it difficult to believe that three weeks ago I was sweltering near the Equator. Night comes early and stays long. The…
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Notable Blogs 11/06/2010
This week’s Notable Blogs come mostly from WordPress. We are still settling in from our India trip, and time to search out, and read, blogs has been at a premium. Still, I have seen many splendid posts. Here are a few. I hope you enjoy them. Shaman-Ism has an extensive site about Hmong shamanism. This…
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Shamans, Priests, and Crows
Today is All Souls Day. Throughout the Americas families and individuals will gather tonight, or tomorrow night, to welcome the returning Dead. Those who gather by family alters, or in churches or cemeteries, will bring with them wonderful food and beautiful flowers. Some will burn incense or tobacco; others will display transient handmade crafts. Many…
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Shamans, Genocide, and Hope
We’re home. The trip back from Chennai was demanding, taking about 29 hours. Today is a wet, chilly, day. I’m feeling jet lagged. I’m also thoughtful, having had so many conversations with individuals and groups. The conversations continued on the flights home, including with a woman (a dancer, theater artist, and choreographer) from East Timor…
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