Alliances - Amazon Roots

We have many alliances with indigenous tribes and elders throughout the world. First nation people are the root of this work. Our tribes keep the momentum going and we maintain the connection to these lineages through constant communication with the indigenous tribes that we receive these teachings and ways of life from, and this helps to not only support them but also the world by bringing their wisdom to the greater community.

TXANA MASHA FROM THE HUNI KUIN TRADITION

Txana Masha comes from a traditional family lineage of Pajés (medicine men/healers) and Txanas (ritual singers). He is one of sixteen siblings, a father to five children, all of who are on the path of traditional medicines as well, and he lives with his people in the Amazon spread out in five villages along the Humaita River. Since a very young age, Masha has been studying and consecrating medicine.

Txana Masha is also a traditional herbalist and has a vast knowledge of the many other medicinal plants of the forest. in the past, he has been contracted by the city to visit villages throughout the region to facilitate healing work. Txana Masha is the son of a chief, and like his father, Masha is an advocate for the ecological heritage of his people’s native lands. Txana Masha learned to speak Portuguese fluently at around 20 years old. From an early age, he assumed the responsibility to be a keeper and practitioner of his ancestral wisdom. He has been representing and spreading the message of the Huni Kuin people all over the world for the last decade.

XIUHOZELOMETZTLI – FLORIDA MOONDANCE

This dance with the moon is a remembrance that we as women cycle with her. It is also a connection with the earth who bears life as we do. Following the teachings of our Abuela Malinali, for four nights we pray while dancing under the moon which is our shadow selves. Each day and night we purify ourselves and rebirth a new with the temazcal (sweat lodges). During the day we gather to learn the ancient teachings to empower the matriarch.

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TEOCALI QUETZALCOATL

Teocali Quetzalcoatl NAC is a branch of the Native American Church with a half moon altar that incorporates traditional Mexica and Anáhuac elements. Teocali Quetzalcoatl is also associated with Mexica ceremonies of “Xochitl in Cuicatl” (Flower and Song), Native American Church tipi meetings, Temazcal (sweat lodge) and Mexica danza.

MODESTO RIVERA FROM THE WIXARIKA TRADITION

We have an alliance with the Wixárika tribe of Mexico. We help people get over there and do the pilgrimage with the tribe and help fundraise for them to buy more of their ancestral lands. The Wixárika tribe, also known as the Huichol people, is an indigenous group that inhabits the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range in Western Mexico. They have a rich cultural heritage dating back thousands of years and are renowned for their unique and vibrant artwork.

The Wixárika art is deeply rooted in their spiritual and mythological beliefs. They believe in a sacred relationship with the natural world and their artwork serves as a medium to connect with their deities. One prominent element of Wixárika artwork is the use of intricate beadwork and yarn paintings.

Beadwork is a traditional art form where tiny colorful beads are carefully embedded on wooden or gourd surfaces using a mixture of beeswax and resin. These beads are arranged to depict symbolic and sacred motifs like animals, plants, and geometric patterns, which hold deep spiritual meaning for the Wixarika people. Each bead is meticulously placed, creating a stunning visual effect.

Yarn paintings are another distinctive form of Wixárika art. They involve carefully laying down multicolored yarn thread on wooden boards covered with a layer of beeswax and resin mixture to create intricate designs. These paintings often depict mythological narratives, visions, and rituals experienced by the shamans during their spiritual journeys. The mix of vibrant colors and detailed patterns in yarn paintings is visually captivating and embodies the spiritual worldview of the Wixárika people.

How to Call a Prayer

Calling a prayer is a sacred experience that provides powerful opportunities for the individual calling it to bring their focus, desires and intentions into direct manifestation. Many decide to call a prayer for many different reasons, for blessing, for healing, or for celebration.

The individual who calls the prayer becomes the sponsor and will hold the honor seat, with their main intention being the focus which guides the entire night. The powerful energies and forces that are called into the entire ceremony throughout the night become focused on their intention and miracles can certainly manifest.

For those who want to call a prayer, one must first present natural, organic tobacco to the medicine man along with their main intention. The amount of tobacco should be enough to provide for the 4 main smokes and all tobacco prayers throughout the night. It traditionally should be presented wrapped in red cloth, yet if you are in another state you can mail this.

There are upfront costs to provide the necessary resources to be accounted for. This depends on if the prayer is private or open to the community, as well as the amount of people that are going to be attending.

It is recommended to call a prayer only if one has at least a year of experience with this medicine and the red road ways.

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