The Contemporary Shamanic Healing: A Case Study of the Daur Shamanic River Spirit lʊs Ritual
Religions April 15, 2024 Minna Sa 2 citations
In contemporary Daur shamanism, healing practices blend traditional beliefs with modern medical knowledge. This case study of the Daur shamanic lʊs (river spirit) ritual examines concepts of actual and virtual disease. The ceremony involves symbolic acts, oracles from spiritual guides, and unique healing techniques such as dʊməl, tærmit, xʊræ-xʊræ, arʃan, altəŋ sʊlʊ, kʊtʊr bʊjin, and taboo. These methods aim to achieve preventive and realistic healing for individuals and the community. The lʊs ritual functions as a transformative process that incorporates diverse healing forms.