Exploring Shamanism

Using Ancient Rites to Discover the Unlimited Healing Powers of Cosmos and Consciousness

By: H.S. Webb

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Paperback | 7 July 2003

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Tribal people of the past, as well as those throughout the world today, experience reality very differently than do most of us in the modern, technological world. According to these ancient belief systems, the physical realm is alive with spirits, both beneficial and malevolent, and that proper interaction with these intelligences is necessary for the harmony and health of the individual and the community. The mediator between the sacred and the mundane is the shaman, a man or woman who can, at will, enter into altered states of consciousness and make contact with the realms of spirit in order to receive the knowledge and power needed to bring transformation to the physical world. Exploring Shamanism introduces the reader to the shaman's role as healer, priest and visionary, and invites her or him to follow the shaman's journey from neophyte to master of ecstasy. This book delves into some of the basic skills that must be developed in order for the individual to be effective as a shamanic practitioner. It also examines and defines the art and science of this ancient spiritual practice from both right and left brain perspectives. Not only does the book seek to explore shamanism as a theoretical spiritual system but also investigates how these same beliefs are reflected in our everyday systems of science, psychology and mythology. The reader is offered practical exercises that will allow them to loosen the controlling grip of the logical mind, allowing their heart - that deeply intuitive channel of the spirit - the chance to speak clearly.

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An excellent book. Condenses the many shamanistic traditions and beliefs into a great source for the layperson interested in shamanism. --Christine Lynn Harvey, Editor-in-Chief, newliving.com-- "Reviews"
One of the best books on shamanism I've ever read...it is sure to influence future books on the subject. --Kathryn Sargent-- "Reviews"
What is so great about this book is the author's ability to keep everything on a real layperson's level. --Rev. Marie Jones, Book Crazy Radio, Deccember 9, 2003-- "Reviews"

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Non-Fiction Mind, Body, Spirit Medicine Complementary Medicine Family & Health Relationships & Families: Advice & Issues Religion & Beliefs Aspects of Religion for Non-Christians Spirituality & Religious Experience

Foreword	p. 9
Introduction	p. 13
Mapping the Cosmos: Axis Mundi and the Shamanic Worldview	p. 25
Embracing the Shadow, Illuminating the Divine: The Shaman's Initiation Ordeal	p. 55
The Shaman's Doorway: Journeys Into Ecstasy	p. 77
Demi-Gods and Demons: The Shaman's Pantheon of Spirit Allies	p. 101
Dialogue With the Sacred: Ritual and Magic	p. 125
In Praise of the Rainmaker: Shamanic Healing	p. 147
Open Your Ears to the Song of the Universe: Perception and Awareness	p. 173
Afterword: Shamanism: The Path of the Heart	p. 193
Notes	p. 201
Resources	p. 213
Index	p. 219
About the Author	p. 223
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Using Ancient Rites to Discover the Unlimited Healing Powers of Cosmos and Consciousness

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