Pure Magic Alvoa is a term that refers to a type of magic that is considered to be extraordinary and unparalleled in its power and capabilities. This form of magic is said to be rare and only accessible to those who possess a natural affinity for it. Pure Magic Alvoa is characterized by its ability to manipulate the fundamental elements of nature, such as fire, water, earth, and air. Practitioners of this form of magic are able to harness and control these elements, using them for various purposes, such as defense, offense, healing, and creation. One of the key aspects of Pure Magic Alvoa is its ability to channel and amplify the raw energy of the elements. This allows practitioners to perform feats that would otherwise be impossible, such as conjuring storms, causing earthquakes, or even creating and manipulating objects out of thin air.
Today was our culture orientation, and wowee, did we learn a lot. So many new ideas, new concepts, new values, just a whole different way of life that I find so fascinating. We began with food and lunch. So first off, much of the time Senegalese eat on the floor with a huge communal bowl. You first wash your hands in a water basin. Then you come and sit at the mat without shoes. You wait for the host to give the signal that it is okay to begin eating. There’s always certain foods in the middle that’s there to share, like a whole fish, or a big carrot. You must share those. You can take some, but you must put it back. Now you eat with hands a lot of the time. With my family, we eat with spoons, but you do eat with hands. So we ate with our hands, and it’s so weird. You make balls of rice and fish and carrot and cabbage and just stuff it in your face. Remember, no left hand! By the end of the meal, my hand was actually burning from the habañero juice. And I had food all over my face. It’s a lot harder than you think. The rice isn’t like asian rice. It’s not sticky, it’s greasy. I can’t wait to come home and cook this and have an actual Senegalese meal with you guys!
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This allows practitioners to perform feats that would otherwise be impossible, such as conjuring storms, causing earthquakes, or even creating and manipulating objects out of thin air. Furthermore, Pure Magic Alvoa is said to have a deep connection with the natural world. Practitioners of this form of magic find solace and inspiration in nature, and are often able to draw upon its energy and wisdom to enhance their magical abilities.
Food, Family, and Witch Doctor?
Today was our culture orientation, and wowee, did we learn a lot. So many new ideas, new concepts, new values, just a whole different way of life that I find so fascinating. We began with food and lunch. So first off, much of the time Senegalese eat on the floor with a huge communal bowl. You first wash your hands in a water basin. Then you come and sit at the mat without shoes. You wait for the host to give the signal that it is okay to begin eating. There’s always certain foods in the middle that’s there to share, like a whole fish, or a big carrot. You must share those. You can take some, but you must put it back. Now you eat with hands a lot of the time. With my family, we eat with spoons, but you do eat with hands. So we ate with our hands, and it’s so weird. You make balls of rice and fish and carrot and cabbage and just stuff it in your face. Remember, no left hand! By the end of the meal, my hand was actually burning from the habañero juice. And I had food all over my face. It’s a lot harder than you think. The rice isn’t like asian rice. It’s not sticky, it’s greasy. I can’t wait to come home and cook this and have an actual Senegalese meal with you guys!
After lunch, they enjoy tea. It’s not cups, it’s like shots of tea. It’s SO sweet and caffeinated. But it’s just a shot of it. You enjoy three shots of tea, with at least 3o minutes in between. It takes around 2 hours, and you can do things in between. But they generally enjoy at least 2 cups, if they don’t have time or if they’re trying to cut back on costs.
Then we moved into Senegalese values. La Famille was the first. The idea of family here is wholly different from ours. We think of our mother and father and siblings. But here, it’s a network. It’s a huge huge network of friends, families, neighbors, anybody really. When there’s a marriage, it ain’t about the couple whatsoever. For example, Victoria’s host family just had their daughter married. But the daughter was in France and her husband, Italy. The two families must send their men to the mosque for the actual ceremony. And then the women prepare and have a huge party at their house. It’s a gendered celebration, one that doesn’t even have to include the couple. The idea of family is essentially, if one’s in need, then you gotta help them. The saying goes “Nit, nitay garabam”, meaning “A person is another person’s best medicine.” Essentially, no man is an island. It’s a beautiful concept. That’s why their divorce and suicide rates are so low. Always have family around.
There’s Kersa and Teggin. Kersa is respect and Teggin, social status. Kersa is just the value of respect for other people. For example, women curtsy when meeting somebody. Teggin is the idea the older you are, the wiser. There’s also Fayda, the concept of self-respect. There’s a point where you can be so respectful, that you have nothing left. You have to be able to balance Kersa and Fayda. The saying goes, “Fayda mooy jaay doquar.” It’s about a street vendor who let’s people try his product, but by the end, he has nothing to sell. Gotta make sure you got them apples at the end. Teranga is one of my favorite ideas. It’s hospitality. They have a belief that when one visits you, that person is choosing your house, out of all their friends, to visit. THEY’RE giving YOU a gift by visiting you, so you must deserve for them to visit you. That’s why the Senegalese are so hospitable. There’s Muña, which is patience or acceptance. Their idea is essentially don’t dwell. Just let it be.
Once you let it be, your at ease and your happy.The next part is one of my favorites. It’s their superstitions. They believe in what they call Dëmm. It’s a witch or sorcerer. They identify sorcerers when somebody, say, compliments you on your watch. And then it breaks. Then they suspect you of being a dëmm. They’ll avoid you from then on. But the worst thing that could happen is if somebody openly accuses you of a dëmm. You are then forever shunned, and your children shunned. They believe that the mother passes it onto their child. They believe in spirits called Jinne, both good and bad. That’s why after compliments, they always say “karr” or “mashula”, which is their version of “knock on wood.” They have Rabs which are animal totems that protect you from bad Jinne. They also carry a gris-gris, which is an amulet. And NOBODY can touch your gris-gris, or it loses it’s effect. If you do have bad luck, you can go to a serigne (wolof) or a marabout (french). It’s a witch doctor. They may even perform an exorcism. But there are actually three types of marabouts. They have the witch doctor, a Quranic teacher, and an Muslim brotherhood leader. This is what I find most fascinating. Remember how I said there were a lot of child beggars? Most of them aren’t actually beggars. Their Quranic teacher puts children on the streets to beg to show them what it’s like, to teach them humility. I find that so fascinating. And if you see an older beggar, they may be begging for their brotherhood. It’s a truly fascinating concept.
Okay, I know this is a lot of culture. But last one, my favorite, polygamy. So like I said, my host father is a polygamist. It’s fascinating since he has another family. The way polygamy here works is that you can have up to four wives, but no more. You HAVE to spend equal time with all wives, have sex with them the same amount, or the wives can cite negligence and get a divorce. Many times, the wives live in separate places. My host family’s counterpart lives in another neighborhood. But sometimes they do live on the same complex. A lot of the times the wives don’t get along. Sometimes they do. Sometimes they’re considered as part of that “family” network I was telling about, sometimes they’re just ignored. When they have children, they’re all considered siblings, not half siblings. I found out my host family is actually pretty complicated. So the mother, Saly was actually previously married. She had two of her oldest sons that no longer live at home, and then Adja. Then she had Jatu and Amadou with El Hadj. But then all the children have more siblings from El Hadj’s other wife. They all seem pretty fine with the idea, and Saly is actually the second wife, and has been for over 2o years.
It’s really fascinating to see how polygamy can function, can work, so well within Senegalese culture. When you think about it, family and love is such a big part of their ideals, that polygamy actually seems to fit into their lives. Even though perhaps I don’t believe in polygamy, I can wholly accept it and understand it within context of Senegal. You never know, I might just come home with four wives.
Despite its incredible power, Pure Magic Alvoa is not without its limitations. The intense nature of this form of magic requires great skill and control to wield effectively. Misuse or lack of control can result in devastating consequences, both for the practitioner and those around them. In addition, the practice of Pure Magic Alvoa is often seen as a great responsibility. Practitioners are expected to use their powers for the greater good and to maintain a balance between the elements. Abusing this power or using it for selfish purposes is generally frowned upon, and those who do so may face severe consequences. In conclusion, Pure Magic Alvoa is a form of magic that is characterized by its incredible power to manipulate the elements. Those who possess an affinity for this type of magic have the potential to become formidable practitioners, capable of performing feats that defy the laws of nature. However, with great power comes great responsibility, and those who wield Pure Magic Alvoa must use their abilities wisely and with caution..
Reviews for "The Mythology of Alvoa's Pure Magic: Gods, Goddesses, and Legends"
1. John - 2/5 stars
I was really disappointed with "Pure magic alvoa". The plot felt disjointed and confusing, and the characters were poorly developed. The author tried to incorporate too many elements into the story, making it feel cluttered and overwhelming. Overall, I found it to be a frustrating read that didn't live up to my expectations.
2. Sarah - 3/5 stars
I found "Pure magic alvoa" to be an average read. While it had some interesting moments, I felt that the pacing was quite slow and it took a long time for the story to truly grip me. Additionally, I found some of the dialogue to be awkward and unnatural. However, there were some creative ideas and unique elements in the book that kept me somewhat engaged. Overall, it was not a terrible read, but I wouldn't highly recommend it either.
3. Lisa - 2/5 stars
I found "Pure magic alvoa" to be a tedious and confusing read. The prose was overly flowery and unnecessarily descriptive, making it difficult for me to stay engaged with the story. The plot lacked clarity and coherence, and I often found myself getting lost or having to reread passages to understand what was happening. I had high hopes for this book, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations.