The Spiritual Legacy of the Andes

An "ofrenda" is the most important ceremony used by Andean Indians to relate with Mother Earth. The ofrenda is a symbol of reciprocity with nature and its purpose is to teach us to reproduce this attitude. Through it we speak back to nature saying we understand the message and concord.

The ofrenda which is also known in Spanish as a "pago", is not

a "payment" to nature as the Conquistadores saw it, implying a sinister pact with nature spirits. Additionally, they accused the Indians of being miserly because they preferred to pay symbolically rather than with real money!

An ofrenda is an expression of gratitude, not of debt or obligation. Neither is it selfish to want things for ourselves as some people see it even today. It is true that urban people in Peru have started to make ofrendas for reasons such as wanting their businesses to flourish, but good business can equally imply good health, and harmony to the community and for the natural world.

In an Andean community realities are closer to earth than they are in the city, it is more important that the cattle do not die than to have more private possessions. Hence in the country there is a better understanding of the shamanic meaning of the ceremony, the re-establishing of relationship to nature. This is why we need a little preparation so that an ofrenda can work for us too.

Pachacuti

We live in a time of the fulfilment of an ancient Inca prophecy. This is the time of the new Pachacuti, a great change bringing with it a new relating to the Earth (Pachamama). Each Pachacuti is a era of time about 500 years. The last Pachacuti occurred with the Conquest in the early 16th century, and the Qò€™ero (Inca) priests have been waiting ever since for the next era, when order would start to emerge from chaos. The current Pachacuti refers to the end of time as we understand it, the end or death of a way of thinking and a way of being. A new relationship with the living Earth, and an emergence into a golden age of peace. There are many indications that changes in human consciousness are taking place, yet there is still a long way to go. The traditional ways can inform us and show how we can re-engage with the sacredness of life and the Earth so we too can more fully participate in the new Pachacuti.

Retreat Programme - Andean and Amazonian Shamanism

March 8th - 14th incl. - San Pedro, Coca , and the Spiritual Traditions of the Andes.

March 15th - 29th incl. - Amazon Retreat, Ayahuasca, and Plant Spirit Medicines.

Retreat Programme 1. March 8th - 14th incl.

As a prologue to the Amazon retreat this optional week expands on our work with the shamanic tradition of the Andes. Working with San Pedro Maestro Shaman Juan Navarro, and Coca Leaf Diviner & traditional Healer Doris Rivera Lenz. This is an opportunity to experience the rich and powerful spiritual legacy of the Andean civilization which is only now being properly recognised after 500 years of obscurity






Äîáàâüòå âàø êîììåíòàðèé:
Âàøå èìÿ:
Àäðåñ ñàéòà: http://
Âàøå ñîîáùåíèå:
Ââåäèòå ñåãîäíÿøíåå ÷èñëî, 2 öèôðû
(çàùèòà îò ñïàìà):
 

Categories
Home
Camping
Cruising
Destinations
Exotic Locations
Flights
Hotels
Travel Tips
Vacation Rentals
Sitemap

Popular Materials

Discover the Past in Weymouth

Weymouth is an historic seaside town with many places of interest and one of the best is the Brewery Days and Timewalk Museum, which is a wonderful place to visit if you like history, although it is also a great experience for all the family. This award-winning attraction sends you to Portland and Weymouthò€™s past spanning around six hundred years and you will sense the sights, sound and smells throughout the whole voyage which make this an truly enjoyable experience. Initially you go into the brewery archivistò€™s office and be sure you observe the hands of the old clock as they turning the wrong way, sending you back to the period of the 14th century when the settlement was in the grip of the Black Death. There are many accurate life-size scenes each of which show you the history of the district through the ages. These include the townò€™s preparations for the imminent arrival of the Spanish Armada in 1588, and in Hope Square there is an iron chest on exhibition which is alleged to have been recovered from the San Salvador, a Portuguese flagship of the Armada. There is also the Victorian brewhouse where you will discover the Brewery Days attraction which gives you a look into the brewing history of Hope Square stemming from 1821 all the way to the present day. To keep up with up to date attractions there is an interactive gallery with sound and visual presentation which tells you tale of the breweryò€™s past as well as the process of making the beer. Lastly you reach the Drum & Dancer which is a Victorian bar where you get to try one of a variety of superior ales which are produced on site by The Quay Brewery. If beer is not your thing then you can always stroll around the twenty or so shops that are within the brewery building. These shops specialize in an array of exclusive merchandise and will be of interest to many. For those who would consider visiting the Brewers Quay and Timewalk Museum the opening hours are 10.00am - 5.30pm seven days a week all year round.


Sedona Groups ð€“ Group Travel to Sedona ð€“ Meetings in Sedona

Sedona Meetings, Sedona Meeting Venues and Meetings in Sedona ð€“ no matter how you phrase it; the best Sedona Meeting Venue is Hilton Sedona Resort.


© Copyright 2009