Cleansing Rites of Curanderismo
Limpias Espirituales of Ancient Mesoamerican Shamans
by Erika Buenaflor
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Pub Date Jul 10 2018 | Archive Date May 24 2018
Inner Traditions | Bear & Company
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Description
• Offers step-by-step instructions for the practice of limpias, shamanic cleansing rituals to heal, purify, and revitalize people as well as physical spaces
• Examines different types of limpia ceremonies, such as fire rites for transformation, water rites for cleansing and influencing, and sweeping rites for divination
• Explores the sacred stories behind limpia rituals and traces these curanderismo practices to their indigenous roots
Exploring the essential tools and practices of Mesoamerican shamans and curanderos, specifically the ancient Yukatek Maya and Mexica (Aztec), Erika Buenaflor, M.A., J.D., provides a step-by-step guide for conducting the most common practice within curanderismo: limpias. These practical and incredibly effective shamanic cleanses heal, purify, and revitalize people and spaces with herbs, flowers, eggs, feathers, fire, and water. They are also powerful tools for self-empowerment, spiritual growth, soul retrieval, rebirth, and gracefully opening up pathways for new beginnings.
Drawing on her 20 years’ experience as a curandera and her graduate studies focused on Mesoamerican shamanism, the author traces modern curanderismo practices to their indigenous roots. She explores the sacred stories behind limpia rituals and examines different types of limpia ceremonies in depth, such as fire rites for transformation, water rites for cleansing and influencing, and sweeping rites for divination. She outlines how limpias work holistically to enable one to let go and cleanse the body, mind, and spirit of limiting beliefs, traumas, and broken stories; heal acute and chronic illnesses such as depression, insomnia, and anxiety; and revitalize and activate sacred spaces by renewing their essence and clearing negative energies. She explains the healing properties of the plants used in limpia rites and how to perform the medicinal chants used by the curanderos. In addition, the author details how the practice of platicas, heart-straightening talks, supports limpia rites by encouraging one to vocalize their needs as they eject traumas and unwanted energies from the body, setting the stage for self-awareness and healing.
Sharing the story of her own complete healing from a catastrophic injury with limpias as well as inspirational testimonies from others who have experienced limpias, the author provides a personal and thoroughly practical guide to the ancient shamanic method of limpias to promote healing and personal transformation in our times.
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781591433118 |
| PRICE | $18.00 (USD) |
| PAGES | 216 |
Featured Reviews
jc C, Educator
This is a really interesting book, part biography, part instructional. The style is good even though it does sometimes feel as though it is part of a university thesis. The practical parts are probably not suitable for anyone to try but they are very interesting to read. It did feel as though it was a translation in parts and the cultural differences are apparent. However it contains a wealth of well researched information and gives a wonderful insight into another world. I would highly recommend it. Thank You
Marie A, Reviewer
Very interesting book, full of history. Limpia was not something I was familiar with but was very well researched. It is full of history and rituals. Healing and cleansing your body and space was a big part of this book. I enjoyed reading about it but some are not practical for all readers. Thank you for allowing me to read this book. I recieved this book from Net Galley for an honest review.
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