Alasita
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| Shaman blessing purchases |
January 24 is the day Bolivians celebrate their worship and dedication to the Ekkeko god or the god of abundance. People crowd around vendors to purchase what they hope to receive in the coming year. According to their traditions, if they have enough faith, the Ekkeko god will bless and grant their desires.
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| Miniature money |
After purchasing a miniature of what you hope for in the coming year (money, cars, diplomas, food, trips, etc) , it is taken to the shaman who blesses your gift, giving you a better chance of receiving this gift.
It is saddening to see the multitudes of people flocking to purchase their miniature items and have them blessed by the shaman. Even more distressing, is to see them going from the shaman to the church to have the priest add his blessing.
So many people, looking for guidance and direction in their lives, but being led astray by false beliefs. God, in His infinite love and mercy has given us the truth. Please pray with us that many more people hear and believe His message of hope and forgiveness in Jesus our one and only Savior.
It is saddening to see the multitudes of people flocking to purchase their miniature items and have them blessed by the shaman. Even more distressing, is to see them going from the shaman to the church to have the priest add his blessing.
So many people, looking for guidance and direction in their lives, but being led astray by false beliefs. God, in His infinite love and mercy has given us the truth. Please pray with us that many more people hear and believe His message of hope and forgiveness in Jesus our one and only Savior.
