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African Folkelore through the eyes of a Zulu Shaman
his book is a wonderful introduction to African traditional beliefs, practises, legends, rituals and mythology. This book was first published under the title, Song of the Stars in 1996. It has since been republished as Zulu Shaman from 2003 onwards. … Continue reading
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Tagged african mythology, Goddess, Joseph Campbell, Luisah Teish, oral tradition, prophecies, Stephen Larsen, witch doctor, zulu shaman
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Linda Smith’s new book ‘Returning to Myself’ ?
“I believe that if ignorance can be banished from this world, if people can communicate with each other fully, frankly, and in depth, then all wars will cease because the cause of war is fear and hatred, and hatred is … Continue reading
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Tagged Ba Tonka tribe, Kariba dam, linda smith, Mufulira, Returning to Myself
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FINDING COMMUNITY: How to Join an Ecovillage
This book is mentioned in the latest newsletter from George Green with whom I first became acquainted after 2 intensive interviews on the Conscious Media Network. Ecovillages are attracting increased attention as people seek to create more of a sense … Continue reading
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Tagged Diana Leafe Christian, Ecovillage, finding community, george green
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The lady’s not for burning
Mail & Guardian reviewers examine meaning and myth in Mmatshilo Motsei’s The Kanga and the Kangaroo Court wen Ansell About 55 000 rapes were reported in South Africa in 2005/06, along with close to 10 000 indecent assaults. Many of … Continue reading
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Zulu Shaman: Dreams, Prophecies, and Mysteries
“Credo Mutwa paints a stunning picture of the complex world of Zulu cosmology and traditions. The colorful array of stories and the science of healing he offers with humility take us into the heart of African ancestral wisdom. His courage … Continue reading
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