#ancestralworship

[bloomingmindfulness]

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[spiritualsoull1969]

Ancestral Veneration in African Traditional Religions: Honouring the Past

Ancestral veneration is a cornerstone of African Traditional Religions (ATR), permeating the spiritual, cultural, and social fabric of many African communities. It is rooted in the belief that ancestors continue to play an active role in the lives of the living, offering guidance, protection, and support. This reverence for ancestors is not merely a ritualistic practice but a profound spiritual connection that underscores the continuity of life and the enduring bonds between generations.

The Spiritual Context of Ancestral Veneration

In ATR, the concept of the ancestors encompasses more than just deceased family members. Ancestors are often seen as wise, spiritual entities who have transcended the physical realm and possess a closer connection to the divine. They are intermediaries between the living and the Supreme Being or other deities, playing a crucial role in maintaining harmony and balance within the community.

Spiritual Intermediaries: Ancestors are considered to have a deep understanding of the spiritual realm, making them ideal mediators. They can intercede on behalf of the living, offering prayers and petitions to higher deities.

Sources of Wisdom and Guidance: Ancestors are revered for their wisdom and experience. They are consulted for advice on personal and communal matters, ensuring that their knowledge continues to benefit future generations.

Protectors and Guardians: It is believed that ancestors watch over their descendants, providing protection from harm and misfortune. This protective role is a central aspect of ancestral veneration, fostering a sense of security and continuity.

Maintainers of Moral Order: Ancestors are also seen as upholders of moral and ethical standards. They ensure that cultural traditions and values are adhered to, thereby preserving the integrity of the community.

Rituals and Practices

Ancestral veneration involves a variety of rituals and practices that differ among African communities but share common elements of respect, remembrance, and communion.

Libations and Offerings: One of the most common practices is pouring libations, where water, alcohol, or other liquids are poured on the ground as an offering to the ancestors. This act symbolizes nourishment for the spirits and a sign of respect.

Ancestral Altars and Shrines: Many households maintain altars or shrines dedicated to ancestors, adorned with photographs, heirlooms, and offerings. These sacred spaces serve as focal points for prayer and reflection.

Feasts and Festivals: Communal feasts and festivals often celebrate the ancestors, involving elaborate ceremonies, music, dance, and storytelling. These events reinforce communal bonds and ensure the collective memory of the ancestors is preserved.

Naming Ceremonies: New-borns are frequently named after ancestors, ensuring that the legacy of the deceased continues. This practice reinforces the belief in the cyclical nature of life and the ongoing presence of ancestors.

Incorporating Ancestral Veneration into Daily Life: A Practical Toolkit

For those interested in incorporating ancestral veneration into their daily routine, here is a practical toolkit to help integrate these practices meaningfully and respectfully.

Creating an Ancestral Altar

Location: Choose a quiet, respectful spot in your home.

Setup: Place photographs, heirlooms, or symbols representing your ancestors on a small table or shelf.

Offerings: Regularly place offerings such as water, food, flowers, or incense on the altar.

Daily Ritual: Spend a few moments each day in front of the altar, offering prayers or simply reflecting on your ancestors.

Daily Libations

Morning Ritual: Upon waking, pour a small amount of water or another liquid onto the ground while speaking a few words of gratitude and respect to your ancestors.

Intentions: Use this time to ask for guidance, protection, or to express your hopes and concerns.

Ancestral Meditation

Quiet Time: Set aside a few minutes each day for meditation, focusing on your ancestors.

Visualization: Visualize your ancestors surrounding you, offering support and wisdom.

Affirmations: Repeat affirmations or prayers that honor their memory and seek their guidance.

Storytelling and Remembrance

Family Time: Dedicate time during family gatherings to share stories about your ancestors, keeping their memory alive.

Written Remembrance: Keep a journal where you write down memories, lessons, and thoughts about your ancestors.

Seasonal and Special Observances

Feasts and Celebrations: Mark special occasions, such as anniversaries of your ancestors' birthdays or significant festivals, with special meals or gatherings.

Community Involvement: Participate in or organize community events that honor collective ancestors, reinforcing communal ties.

Ethical Living

Moral Values: Strive to live according to the moral and ethical values passed down by your ancestors, ensuring their principles guide your actions.

Charity and Service: Engage in acts of charity and community service as a way of honouring your ancestors' legacy.

Food For Thought:

Ancestral veneration in African Traditional Religions is a deeply spiritual practice that fosters a profound connection between the living and the deceased. By incorporating these practices into daily life, individuals can maintain a continuous bond with their ancestors, drawing on their wisdom, protection, and guidance. This toolkit provides a practical approach to integrating ancestral veneration into modern life, ensuring that the legacy of the ancestors endures and continues to enrich the lives of their descendants. Through respect, remembrance, and ritual, the timeless tradition of honoring the past remains a vital part of the present.

[nerdyindigeniousart]

“Personally I don’t celebrate Australia Day, or Colonial Propaganda from an era in which I did not exist, but I do wish you well. Our Collective history may not be Comfortable but we can do better from now on.” Young Citizen of the Year Award Recipient Shania Richards

[jem-in-eyee]

Agha Shahid Ali, “The Veiled Suite: The Collected Poems”

[puffhipster]

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[bear-burglar]

Candles for mine and my boyfriend's ancestors today, since it's Dia De Muertos 🥰

His family celebrates it so I figured I would join in this year and set up two candles, one for my ancestors and one for his💕 after the candles burn we will be placing the herbs outside to give them back to the earth for them!

[energyweaverac]

A Free Webinar About the Spirit Team

Enjoy this free webinar playback I recently taught about a little of my perspective and insight regarding the topic of Spirit Teams, with a few tips and tricks at the end for learning how to work with your team in a more nuanced way!

This was facilitated by myself, Kari Jones, the founder of Seekers Evolving!

[geektechsailor]

Today what I thought was a good friend, laughed at my religious beliefs. My grandfather always said - If you don’t have a good head you better have a good body. I always wonder if the body is still good if the head is removed? More to follow…

[vinodbagdi]

भूलकर भी न करें श्राद्ध, जाने क्यों? अगर पंडितों के द्वारा बताइ साधना शास्त्र अनुसार होती तो हमें श्राद्ध निकालने की जरूरत क्या होती! क्योंकि सदग्रंथों में प्रमाण है शास्त्र अनुकूल साधना से मोक्ष हो जाता है तो फिर भूत पितर कैसे बन जाते हैं। अधिक जानकारी के लिए Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj Youtube Channel पर Visit करें | ,.. #shradh #shraadh #haridwar #pitru #pitrupaksha #ancestors #ancestralworship #astrology #vedicastrology #jyotish #rituals #vedic #ancestralhealing #shiva #ram #hanuman #ramayana #healers #soulhealing #vedicastrologer #astrologer #desidiaries #karna #festivalsofindia #fasting #hindudharma #SaintRampalJi #SantRampalJiMaharaj #KabirIsGod #satlokashram (at Jaipur, Rajasthan) https://www.instagram.com/p/CUH9IuntcOE/?utm_medium=tumblr

[rahulkushwah007]

#shradh #shraadh #haridwar #pitru #pitrupaksha #ancestors #ancestralworship #astrology #vedicastrology #jyotish #rituals #vedic #ancestralhealing #shiva #ram #hanuman #ramayana #healers #soulhealing #vedicastrologer #astrologer #desidiaries #karna #festivalsofindia #fasting #hindudharma #SaintRampalJi #SantRampalJiMaharaj #KabirIsGod ♦️श्राद्धों में गुरू जी भोजन बनाकर सवर्प्रथम कुछ भोजन छत पर रखता है। कौआ उस भोजन को खाता है। पुरोहित जी कहता है कि देख! तेरा पिता कौआ बनकर भोजन खा रहा है। कौए के भोग लगाने से श्राद्ध की सफलता बताते हैं। परमेश्वर कबीर जी ने यही भ्रम तोड़ा है। कहा है कि आपके तत्वज्ञान नेत्रहीन (अंधे) धमर्गुरूओं ने अपने धर्म के शास्त्रों को ठीक से नहीं समझ रखा। आप जी को लोकवेद (दन्तकथा) के आधार से मनमानी साधना कराकर आप जी का जीवन नष्ट कर रहे हैं। - संत रामपाल जी महाराज #SatlokAshram 👉सत ज्ञान प्राप्त करने के लिए Satlok Ashram Youtube Channel पर Visit करें | https://www.instagram.com/p/CUIQJZxoK9E8IVXazp_MKV02bR6bQHcTeqfwIs0/?utm_medium=tumblr

[iamwinklebottom]

Channeling Santa Muerte: Ancestors, Controversy, Low Vibrational Entities, Origins, Warnings, & More

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[avhisworld]

#shradh #shraadh #haridwar #pitru #pitrupaksha #ancestors #ancestralworship #astrology #vedicastrology #jyotish #rituals #vedic #ancestralhealing #shiva #ram #hanuman #ramayana #healers #soulhealing #vedicastrologer #astrologer #desidiaries #karna #festivalsofindia #fasting #hindudharma #SaintRampalJi #SantRampalJiMaharaj #KabirIsGod (at Sihunta, Himachal Pradesh, India) https://www.instagram.com/p/CUIIgirJQrpI-lQKxlWNDf4q_OAjJHJOJvQUWU0/?utm_medium=tumblr

[les-energies]

Je ne pense pas qu'il y ait de "voile" entre les mondes, ni de lisière, ni de portes. Les mondes se superposent. On est juste pas sur le même plan astral ! C'est une question d'énergies et de vibrations. Nous cohabitons , parfois en paix, parfois pas, tout dépend de la conscience que nous en avons et de la façon dont nous gérons cela. Hier en faisant mon autel aux ancêtres, j'ai senti une joie infinie à l'intérieur de moi, je les ai sentis , juste là. Ce n'est pas le voile qui est plus fin, ce sont les mondes qui vibrent sur la même fréquence. 💀⚰💀🦴🍷 #samhain #halloween #toussaint #jourdesmorts #ancetres #culteauxancetres #ancestors #ancestralworship #mort #autel #altar #ancestoraltar #witch #witchcraft #sorcieredemarseille #sorcellerie #sorcière (à 5ème Arrondissement Marseille, Marseille) https://www.instagram.com/p/CHDI-HQhbvL/?igshid=1nf2n0wapczvq

[shernicee]

The Power of Ancestral Veneration

Who am I? How did I get here?

Often we are thought growing up that the dead is just that...dead...where they await judgement or condemnation.

As an Ifa Orisa devotee, I believe that death is another form of elevation...Spiritual elevation and that though I may not be able to be in physical contact with my ancestors, I can definitely pay reverence.

I can offer libations, prepare their favorite meal as a form of respect or offering for their help or in Thanksgiving. Despite their personality while here on earth, there are different aspects of our lives that they will be able to assist us in.

My Ancestors, the pillars on which I stand.

[isispoet-blog]

TUNE IN to the Speak Your Truth Show, 4-6pm (uk time), Saturday 12 February, with my first guest of 2022, my most esteemed Elder, Brotha Rootz Doctor, who will be co-hosting with me. This is a part 2 special with Brotha Rootz Doctor, naturopathic healer, community activist and community radio broadcaster. He is guided by the healing wisdom of the ancestors. Engaging Conversation Eclectic Music A Pan Afrikan Perspective We love to hear from you so give us a call, WhatsApp or text us on +44730 541 7668 or leave your comments in the comment box. http://www.feferitylondon.co.uk/feferity-radio/ https://m.mixcloud.com/Feferityradio/ Download Feferityradio App on iPhone https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/feferity-radio-app/id1574339890 On android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ibitway.feferity #afrikanspirituality #ancestralworship #ancestorveneration #naturalhealing #naturalhealth #veganfood #rawvegan #rawfood #radio #radiopresenter https://www.instagram.com/p/CZwKgveI7Ug/?utm_medium=tumblr

[vinodbagdi]

भूलकर भी न करें श्राद्ध, जाने क्यों? अगर पंडितों के द्वारा बताइ साधना शास्त्र अनुसार होती तो हमें श्राद्ध निकालने की जरूरत क्या होती! क्योंकि सदग्रंथों में प्रमाण है शास्त्र अनुकूल साधना से मोक्ष हो जाता है तो फिर भूत पितर कैसे बन जाते हैं। अधिक जानकारी के लिए Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj Youtube Channel पर Visit करें | #trueguru #shradh #shraadh #haridwar #pitru #pitrupaksha #ancestors #ancestralworship #astrology #vedicastrology #jyotish #rituals #vedic #ancestralhealing #shiva #ram #hanuman #ramayana #healers #soulhealing #vedicastrologer #astrologer #desidiaries #karna #festivalsofindia #fasting #hindudharma #SaintRampalJi #SantRampalJiMaharaj #KabirIsGod (at Jaipur, Rajasthan) https://www.instagram.com/p/CUIBpEQsgEN/?utm_medium=tumblr