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HOW TO BECOME A SHAMAN by Rev. Carol A. Ingle (Raven)
HOW TO BECOME A SHAMAN
To the beginner, it would seem that the primary goal of everything one does Is to become a Shaman.
It is a common misconception that experiencing Shamanic ecstasy or embarking On that first Shamanic journey makes you a Shaman. It is more complicated Then this.
Not everyone can become a Shaman...it is a terrible experience to survive a Calling and thus one should not "wish" to be a Shaman.
However, anyone may still benefit from the experience of practicing Shamanic Techniques and ecstasy without being a Shaman.
A Shaman is a master of the Shamanic abilities, journeying, ecstasy, even Healing.
A Shaman is also one depended on by some form of a group or community, while I believe one might be a Shaman to their own brotherhood or family, in most Cases this is a village or some nation of people.
To these people, the Shaman is their window between the worlds. So to answer The question, there are three ways most Shamanic traditions agree one can Become a Shaman.
1- By birth into a Shamanic family, one can receive the hereditary right to Be a Shaman.
2- One might be called as a Shaman. Often a person will become seriously ill (physically, mentally or psychically) during this calling. They will then realize, or be informed of, their calling. Once the person Begins their training and accepts their calling, they will be freed of their Illness. This calling is not a request, but rather a divine command. Once may be Raised in a Christian family which rejects the path of the Shaman, but to Ignore the call would not be acceptable. Most Shamanic cultures believe that Rejecting a call is a fatal mistake. Surviving the call is what gives the Shaman the experience needed to begin healing others.
3- One may choose to become a Shaman. This involves an intense, personal quest towards being a Shaman, including The traditional training and studying. According to "orthodox" beliefs, a Shaman who chooses his path is less powerful.
Many cultures believe there is no such thing as one who chooses to be a Shaman and such a person is either fake or simply unrespectable. Survival of The calling is part of the experience and to choose this path is to surpass The calling.
Regardless of the way one initiates the journey, it is a very tough and Devoted path to follow. A Shaman must endure intense physical discipline, Days in sweat lodges, seeking visions, long journeys between the worlds, and Deep study of deities, myths, the secret language, and their heritage.
This is why Shamanism is not a religion but a way of life that becomes the Nature of the individual.
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Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries had its humble beginnings as an idea of a few artisans and craftsmen who enjoy performing with live steel fighting. As well as a patchwork quilt tent canvas. Most had prior military experience hence the name.
Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries.
Vendertainers that brought many things to a show and are know for helping out where ever they can.
As well as being a place where the older hand made items could be found made by them and enjoyed by all.
We expanded over the years to become well known at what we do. Now we represent over 100 artisans and craftsman that are well known in their venues and some just starting out. Some of their works have been premiered in TV, stage and movies on a regular basis.
Specializing in Medieval, Goth , Stage Film, BDFSM and Practitioner.
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Likewise, it is typical for these history-lovers to peruse the tent (aka mobile store front) and, upon finding something that pleases the eye, ask "Is this period?"
A deceitful query!! This is not a yes or no question. One must have a damn good understanding of European history (at least) from the fall of Rome to the mid-1600's to properly answer. Taking into account, also, the culture in which the querent is dressed is vitally important. You see, though it may be well within medieval period, it would be strange to see a Viking wearing a Caftan...or is it?
After a festival's time of answering weighty questions such as these, I'd sleep like a log! Only a mad man could possibly remember the place and time for each piece of kitchen ware, weaponry, cloth, and chain within a span of 1,000 years!! Surely there must be an easier way, a place where he could post all this knowledge...
Traveling Within The World is meant to be such a place. A place for all of these artists to keep in touch and directly interact with their fellow geeks and re-enactment hobbyists, their clientele.
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