Shamanism is universal. Some people today call themselves shamans, but don’t really understand shamanism and use this word to describe the gifts they have.
– Shamanism
GETTING TOGETHER FOR RITUALS AND CEREMONY IN NATURE
In all indigenous and natural peoples of the earth there have always been gatherings for cyclical ceremonies and rituals. One of the purposes of these events is the gathering itself. People have an organic need to see each other, to communicate, to laugh together, to dance, to exchange and to share.
Rituals
“”Rituals are a vessel, a tool, a means to communicate with the divine. They are not important in themselves but are only a means to open the door to the subtle realms, as a way for us to commune with the creative intelligence of the universe. “
Blue Eagle, translated from book: L’Héritage Spirituel des Amérindiens
COYOTE – totem animal
The coyote, often called the sacred dog by First Nations peoples in America, is the cunning, the trickster and the prankster.
RITES OF PASSAGE, VISION QUESTS AND MOON LODGES
The most important spiritual events in the lives of all people on earth are the rites of passage. As in nature, rites of passage mark the rhythm of the seasons of human life. Each one signals the beginning of a new stage in life and the evolution of those who benefit from these life-changing experiences.
LONG HAIR IN NATIVE AMERICAN TRADITION
The way people wear their hair is an alignment of their thinking; the braids (unity of thought), the hair tied back (safety of thought) and the color (conviction of thought). The appearance of the hair is of great importance, as each style represents a different state of mind. Hair is widely regarded as an extension of one’s thoughts.
THE RITES OF PASSAGE COMMUNITY
For many years I have facilitated a ceremonial cycle, the most powerful and beneficial rites I have ever shared: The Ceremonial Cycle of Rites of Passage!
THE ELK – totem animal
The elk speaks to us of endurance. This totem teaches us how to measure our efforts so that we can provide constant energy without burning out. This is a particularly important medicine in these times of great stress.
A READER’S QUESTION ON SACRED HERBS AND DIVINE DRINKS
Alcohol, tobacco and drugs have become a major problem in the lives of countless addicts. Yet nothing is inherently wrong, it is all in the manner and intent. When sweet wine and teaching plants are taken in a sacred way, they become helpers and allies.
THE INVOCATION PERFUMES !
In December 1999 I founded a company called Invocation Inc.
For the indigenous, aboriginal, first people of all continents who live in harmony and symbiosis with nature, the spiritual and philosophical truths and realities of the world are read and integrated into the way of life from the world around them.