Santería in New York City

Santería in New York City

Author: Steven Gregory

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 9780815334989

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In revising his 1985 doctoral dissertation for the New School for Social Research, Gregory has not attempted to incorporate scholarship since then on the Afro-Cuban religion, but has added important recent works to his bibliography. He sets out to understand why practitioners of Santera in New York found its beliefs and practices socially, culturally, and at times politically meaningful in their everyday lives. He traces its vitality to its role as a sociohistorical site of resistance to the political and cultural domination of slavery and more recently, to racially and ethnically based forms of social subordination, both in the US and in Cuba.


The Diloggún

The Diloggún

Author: Ócha'ni Lele

Publisher: Inner Traditions / Bear & Co

Published: 2003-07-28

Total Pages: 636

ISBN-13: 9780892819126

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The first book on Santer�s holiest divination system, the Diloggun. Explores the lore surrounding this mysterious oracle, the living Bible of one of the world's fastest growing faiths. Examines each family of " odu" and how their actions affect the spiritual development of the individual. An indispensable guide to the mysteries of the orishas.


Egun

Egun

Author: Awo Fá'Lokun Fatunmbi

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2013-11-02

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781493664177

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One of the first steps in our spiritual journey is the relationship with Egun. We setup an ancestor alter and faithfully make offerings and discuss our daily happenings, wishes, needs, and dreams. All too often through lack of knowledge from our elders, neglect or lack of communication the door to ancestor communication stays shut. Not because of anything we have done, but what we have not done.We need to open the door into that previously forbidden realm. Know and trust, without fear, a communication with our ancestors... not just a one way monologue, but that two way dialogue, that lets you have a vehicle for knowledge, healing, and informed advice from our long forgotten ancestors.Baba Falokun provides the tools necessary to kick that door open; by using Oriki we can open a door to a level of communication not previously available.As we follow the guide and chant the Oriki for the ancestors to mount the medium, we begin to hear the voices of the past repeating the words with you. Welcome them, the words are thousands of years old and still used today.This is a tool that opens the portals of another dimension. Use them, our ancestors walk with us; don't lose the opportunity to receive a communication. These are a must for anyone doing or wishing to communicate with the other side.


Egun

Egun

Author: Mari Silva

Publisher:

Published: 2023-05-17

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781638182191

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Uncover the magic of Egun through ancestral veneration, spirit guides, Odun Egungun, reincarnation, and other elements of Yoruba spirituality. Are you interested in learning about the Egun tradition? Do you want to find ways to honor your ancestors the Yoruba way? Do you want to delve into the colorful world of Yoruba spirituality? As the spirit of the departed ancestors, Egun has a fundamental role in Yoruba spiritual practices. This book will show you how the Yoruba venerate the ancestors, why they do it, and more. In this book, you will: Learn the fundamental elements of the Yoruba spiritual practices, from the creation to the Orishas and ancestral veneration Understand the role of the Orishas, the divine spirit guides in the life of the Yoruba Reveal the ways you can honor the Orishas, communicate with them regularly, and form a deep bond with them Learn how Egbe Orun, or "Heaven mates," can provide guidance, protection, and support during spiritual communication Understand the importance of the ancestors in the Yoruba religion Explore how Odun Egungun, the most important festival honoring the ancestors, is celebrated and by whom Gain the ability to create an Egun altar or shrine, dedicating a personal sacred space for your connection with your ancestors Master even more ways to honor your ancestors, including meditation, how to live a righteous life, and more Delve into the Yoruba concept of reincarnation, which stands in contrast to ancestral veneration Identify the most common ancestral curses, along with their reasons and how to break them With colorful descriptions and plenty of practical advice, this book represents the perfect guide for those wanting to learn about Egun and widen their knowledge about the cultural heritage of the Yoruba. Click on the "add to cart" button and learn everything you need to know about Egun and ancestral veneration.


I Hear Olofi's Song

I Hear Olofi's Song

Author: Ayoka Wiles Quinones

Publisher: Oshun Publishing Company

Published: 2010-05-31

Total Pages: 88

ISBN-13: 9780967602882

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A book of prayer for Orisha (Yoruba dieties) written in English by a priestess of Obatala. This book will be useful to anyone interested in African spirituality.