Author: Sacred Connection

The Meaning of Caboclo In Brazilian culture, more specifically to the peoples that reside in the Amazon Forest, the word Caboclo carries the weight of the unification of different cultures: people considered to be caboclos are of mixed ancestry, often a genealogical combination of European, Indigenous and African heritage and genetics. This fusion also means the integration […]

Rupusuti: The snuff of the Shawãdawa Rupusuti is the name the Shawãdawa people give to their Rapé, a word whose meaning is closely related both to the practical study of medicinal plants itself and the spiritual strength that revolves around the sacred power of healing that Mother Nature shares with us. The Shawãdawa people, self-denominated […]

The demystification of Sacred Medicine: an interview with Master Rapé Maker Gesileu Phasphy Ninawa To this day, misconceptions and prejudiced opinions regarding natural medicine, especially the kind practiced by Native Folk, are still deeply rooted in our society. While some consider it to be lesser and inaccurate, claiming that there’s no science behind the beliefs […]

Gesileu Phaspy Ninawa: A Guardian of the Living Pharmacy of the Amazon Rainforest In the city of Rio Branco, in the state of Acre, there resides an extraordinary man named Gesileu Phaspy Ninawa. Gesileu is a true master in the art of ancestral medicine. His knowledge has been acquired through years of studying with the […]

Palo Santo: Wood for aromatherapy and natural home fragrance Palo Santo wood, also known as holy wood, is a mystical tree found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. For centuries, indigenous peoples of Latin America have used Palo Santo wood in their spiritual practices for its therapeutic properties and spiritual benefits. Nowadays, […]

Andiroba: The healing oil of the Amazonian tribes Andiroba is a natural oil extracted from the seeds of the Carapa Guianensis tree, a species found in the Amazonian rainforest. It has been used for centuries by indigenous tribes as a medicinal plant due to its beneficial compounds and healing effects. In recent years, Andiroba has […]

Hello, Sacred-Snuff community! Today, we’ll be diving into the captivating recipe of Cacau Rapé, a beautiful blend of rejuvenation, hailing from the heart of the Amazon. This incredible blend is an authentic medicine rooted in ancestral traditions, greatly valued by indigenous tribes like the Apurinã, Huni Kuin, and Kaxinawa. The Cacau Tree: Sacred Tree in […]

The Meaning of Caboclo December 2022, the end of the year is drawing close, a time of endings and new beginnings, of celebrations and contemplation. As our Rapé Sacred Snuff of the month we bring to you from the depths of the Amazon rain forest a special from our dear friend Pedro Univu, the Rapé […]

For those who want to hear! Simple but profound words from a true teacher of the forest, a master of the plants. Our dear friend and partner Pedro Univu Kuntanawa is sharing a little of his vison of the forest and its gifts and what it means to him. We occasionally work with different members […]