Author: DIBIA NWANGWU UCHENDU

  • The Unveiling: A Call to Sacred Transparency.

    This is not a message easily delivered especially from one who respects tradition yet it must be spoken plainly. As you embark on the profound and necessary journey back to Omenana, the ways of the ancestors do so with an unwavering commitment to pristine transparency. The spiritual contract you forge upon this return must be

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  • What is Cold-Pressed Castor Oil?

    Cold-pressed castor oil is a popular natural oil with a long history of use in health, beauty and traditional remedies. Castor oil is a vegetable oil derived from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant. Cold-pressed castor oil is extracted using a mechanical process that involves pressing the seeds under great pressure without the use

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  • The Powerful Benefits of Raw Shea Butter.

    Raw (unrefined) shea butter is extracted from the nuts of the African shea tree and retains all its natural vitamins, antioxidants and healing compounds making it superior to refined versions. It acts as an emollient. It helps to moisturize and soften the skin by creating a barrier that seals in hydration. Key Benefits for Skin.

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  • 10 Things to Avoid Doing at a Holy Altar.

    Approaching a holy altar, whether it is in a grand cathedral, a local temple or a small home altar requires mindfulness and respect. The following actions are generally considered inappropriate as they detract from the sanctity of the space or disrupt the worship of others. 10 Things to Avoid Doing at a Holy Altar. 1.

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  • 15 Spiritual and Symbolic Animals in West African Culture.

    In many West African traditional religions, such as the beliefs of the Yoruba and Igbo in Nigeria and the Akan in Ghana animals are powerful totems, messengers or representations of deities and ancestral spirits. Animal Associated Meaning/Cultural Significance (Examples) Region/Culture. 1. Python: (Eke) The most sacred animal in many Igbo communities, symbolizing connection to Ala

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  • The Cosmic Marketplace: Weaving Igbo Market Days, Elements and Angels into Agents of Spirituality.

    This is a living, breathing reality in understanding Igbo spirituality, particularly when we connect its four sacred market days to the universal elements and the guiding light of archangels. For someone new to these concepts, it seems like a lot to take in. I will break it down, piece by piece to reveal a beautiful

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  • The Ancient Art of Igo Mmụọ/Ọfọ: A Simple Learning Path.

    Today, we shall learn about the guidelines or ways to speak to our own powers that be. You know, we have always known the word prayingvia religion, but in reality, we never prayed but spoke to our powers. We negotiate, talk and mediate in a way that our hearts does the talking. Our original way

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  • Connect With Spirit Guides Through A Candle Lighting Ritual.

    Connecting with your spirit guides through a candle lighting ritual can be a beautiful and personal experience. Here’s a simple guide to help you create a sacred space and intention: 1. Gather Your Materials. 2. A candle (choose a color that resonates with you or your intention white for purity, purple for spirituality, blue for

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  • Holistic Medicine: Mind, Body and Spirit Wellness.

    Holistic medicine is an approach to healthcare that views the individual as a whole person interconnected in mind, body and spirit rather than treating isolated symptoms or diseases. It emphasizes seeking optimal health by restoring balance across all these dimensions.The benefits of embracing this philosophy are numerous. Holistic care prioritizes prevention and identifying the root

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  • The Sacred Anthill Altar: An African Spiritual Nexus.

    In African and Ọdịnana Igbo spirituality, this unassuming anthill is transformed from a simple mound of dirt into a profound, sacred altar. It is the earthly meeting point where the tangible, physical world seamlessly intersect with the boundless, invisible realm of the ancestors. Many revered African elders speak of it as “the house of hidden

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