A Two Year Intensive Program
NOTE: This 2-year Intensive (IAST), will take place, in 2007, in Eugene, Oregon, and also in New Lebanon, NY (near the east coast village land), and in Asheville, North Carolina. Please let us know which location would be closest to your geographical location when inquiring about the program.
Indigenous African Spirit Technologies
As taught by Malidoma Some, PhD
An Introduction Into a Dagara-Inspired Way
Of Walking on the Earth.
A note, from Malidoma P. Somé:
“The time for a vigorous act of devotion to, and embracing of the wisdom
of
indigenous Africa has come. After centuries of silence and in hiding,
the
powers and wisdom of the ancestors are rising up to lead the world into
the
next level of consciousness and spirituality. As we know, the continent
is
not just the birthplace of mankind, it is also the repository of
profound
unseen powers and technologies on standby to contribute to a radical
healing change much needed in the world today. This calls for some
militant
initiative on the part of those in whose heart ancient Africa speaks,
to
check in for this exciting and compelling journey home where they can
expect
to find how much of the old in them has been waiting to burst in
service of
the world’s need to heal and to transform. This training is offered in response to that call.
Designed for those raised in cultures with a high dose of militantism who want to serve
the
purpose of this new era, this multi-part program is being created to
lay the
groundwork, deeply and personally, for a leap into the magical and
spiritual
technological legacies of our ancestors. Grounded in radical exploration of the elements of cosmology, Fire, Water, Earth, Nature, and
Mineral, this program aims at enriching our working relationships with them in
order
to anchor ourselves more fully in this world and to be of greater
service to
all living beings. We will create, experience and learn to provide for
others, ritual involving each element and its healing properties, thus fostering healing for ourselves, others, and our communities.
In addition, through the rituals of Ancestralizaton, we will manifest a
response to our own desire for a deeper understanding of and more
intimate
daily interaction with the ancestors, those who have left the visible
earth
plane and now carry the responsibility to monitor our growth from the
spirit
world as we meet our duties in this world.
In our gatherings we will learn the basic skills of cowry shell
divination,
in the style designed by Malidoma for individuals in the western world.
We
will create our individual divination kits and begin to discern the
messages
being sent through the interaction among shells, stones, bones and
other
significant symbols.
We will explore the art and science of talisman making and the
practical
applications of these ancient representations of hidden power and
protection. We will learn to apply these creative skills in our work
with
others who seek deeper meaning in their lives.
We will create ritual experiences which will address the particular
needs
of our growing community, embracing such issues as health, abundance,
grief,
growth.” Malidoma
The Format
We will meet two/three times, yearly, for a
minimum of five sessions, total. Our gatherings will begin on
Wednesday
evening, with supper, and conclude by noon on Sunday. Participants are
expected to commit to the entire program, so this particular experience
is
most recommended for those who have worked, previously, with Malidoma.
To commit to beginning
is to commit to completion.
Please contact our office to be added to our update email list, and/or to request an application; let us know which program location would best suit your needs.
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