Mami Wata
Whilst celebrating my earthstrong in Benin, I wondered into a dark unit at the cultural centre. Whilst speaking to the elder I mentioned Mami Wata – he brought out a carving – which I purchased.
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Mami Wata is pidgin English meaning Mother Water – a spirit deity depicted as a mermaid & snake charmer – with endless meanings, emotions, attitudes- bringing wealth and good fortune.
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The practice art of honouring Mami Wata have emerged under different guises – yemanja, santa marta la dominadora, lauren, oxum.
These rituals were carried across during the Trans Atlantic enslavement trade. Celebrated during festivals/ceremonies in parts of Africa, Americas (esp Brazil), Caribbean (esp Haiti), and by the Diaspora.
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Honouring Ancestors
Ancestors – Generation of relatives who have passed. Known/unknown, seen/not seen.
Ancestral Spirit – venerating departed family members spirits that are believed to have intervention powers used in living situations. How many times have you heard "my aunt came to me in a dream".
Sacred Traditions – We call upon the Ancestors’ during libation, blessing, ceremony, prayers and offerings. In Africa there are many festivals celebrated to honour deities and Ancestors through song and dance.
Affirmations – I always call upon the Most-High and my Ancestors for guidance and finish with giving thanks.
Spiritually – Most connect to the Ancestors consciously or unconsciously. Ancestral day to me is everyday. African belief systems are that their souls are alive – in memory, a powerful source of inspiration, guidance and protection.
Ga dialect for Ancestors is blematsɛmɛi
(blema = olden days. tsɛmɛi = fathers).
Do you honour the Ancestors?
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International Women’s Day. Respect to the ancestors who paved the way. Blessings to all Sisters promoting and campaigning for truth justice and peace. … See MoreSee Less
