Abstract:Among the coastal peoples of Upper Guinea, when someone falls ill or dies, the presence of a jambacous is required-a Creole word to designate diviners, healer, mediums and other social figures who participate in the world of the sacred-capable of curing the sick person or at least restoring the social equilibrium lost as a consequence of the evil action of sorcerers, causers of evil. Using potions, amulets, or grisgris, blowing, reciting sacred words, and carrying out other performances, the jambacous, many of… Show more
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