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Ancestors & Spirituality
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The Most Important Tool To Have On Your Spiritual Journey
The ancestors are believed to have the power to guide, protect, and bless us if they are honored and remembered through ritual and offerings. For this reason, ancestral altars are featured in many Black households.
April 28, 2023
Unearthing Our Roots: The Bold History of Marijuana as a Healer in the Black Community
Throughout history, the Black community has defied adversity, turning to marijuana as a powerful healer for various ailments…
April 20, 2023
Mary Ellen Pleasant: Voodoo Queen & Civil Rights Legend
A recent article by Bilal G. Morris for NewsOne explores the legacy of the "Mother of Civil Rights in California", Mary Ellen Pleasant, and the demonization of her legacy due to racism and a misunderstanding of her religious and spiritual practices.
April 14, 2023
Feminine Vs Masculine Energy
There is often a societal pressure for individuals to conform to gender norms and expectations, especially when it comes to expressions of femininity and masculinity. However, it's important to recognize that both men and women can benefit from embracing both feminine and masculine energies.
March 26, 2023
New Bill Could Provide GI Bill Benefits to the Descendants of Black WWII Vets
Legislation reintroduced to Congress by Democrats could provide GI benefits to the descendants of WWII Vets
November 15, 2021
Last of the living survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre testify before congress.
Three of the last living survivors of the Tulsa massacre testified before congress in favor of reparations for the survivors.
November 11, 2021
Your Path Will NOT Be Easy
When you make the decision to start on your spiritual path, the Universe will start stripping away parts of your life that you’ve become accustomed to.
October 16, 2020
Freeman Vines builds guitars out of a tree once used in a lynching
Vines' work extends beyond creative expression--it is a form of ancestor veneration for a collective ancestor who can now be elevated...
October 12, 2020