Witchcraft customs in Colombia are deeply ingrained in the country's cultural and religious practices. It is a complex and multifaceted tradition that incorporates elements from indigenous, African, and European spiritual beliefs. The main idea is that witchcraft in Colombia is a diverse and rich practice that reflects the country's diverse cultural heritage. Colombian witchcraft, also known as "brujería," encompasses a wide range of practices and beliefs. One common aspect is the use of herbs and plants for healing and spiritual purposes. Curanderas or healers often prescribe herbal remedies and perform rituals to promote physical and emotional well-being.
``He still has some soreness and they’re still working on some things,’’ Magic coach Frank Vogel said of Green and the Magic training staff. ``I just got an update with some words I didn’t really understand – medical words – so he’s just not ready. Out, that the word that I heard; he’s out.’’
Gordon winced on a dunk during Wednesday s loss to Charlotte, but the injury to his hip actually came two days earlier when Orlando beat Philadelphia in overtime. Ewing wrapped up his stellar, 17-year NBA career with the Magic in the 2001-02 season and he returned as a Magic assistant coach under Van Gundy now the President of Basketball Operations and head coach of the Detroit Pistons from 2007-2012.
Curanderas or healers often prescribe herbal remedies and perform rituals to promote physical and emotional well-being. These practices are often rooted in indigenous knowledge and traditions. Another important aspect of Colombian witchcraft is the belief in spirits, both benevolent and malevolent.
Stan Van Gundy Thinks Patrick Ewing Would Be Great Fit for Georgetown Coaching Job
ORLANDO – Long an advocate of Hall of Fame center Patrick Ewing to land a NBA head coaching job, Stan Van Gundy is hopeful that his former assistant coach with the Orlando Magic lands the leading role at Georgetown University.
Ewing, now the associate head coach of the Charlotte Hornets, is being considered to become the next head coach at Georgetown, his alma mater during his decorated college career from 1982-85, reported Adrian Wojnarowski of The Vertical.
Ewing wrapped up his stellar, 17-year NBA career with the Magic in the 2001-02 season and he returned as a Magic assistant coach under Van Gundy – now the President of Basketball Operations and head coach of the Detroit Pistons – from 2007-2012. Van Gundy has always felt that Ewing has the necessary traits to be a NBA head coach because of his eagerness to work with players of all sizes and not just centers.
``Look, he’s a guy who spent a lot of time really working at it,’’ said Van Gundy, who worked with Ewing when the Magic reached the 2009 NBA Finals and the 2010 Eastern Conference Finals. ``Didn’t want to just be a big-man guy or sort of the NBA guy who is just trying to get into the heads of guys. He wanted to do all the X-and-O stuff, all the game plan and game prep stuff and teach on the court. He can coach guards as well as bigs and he’s not limited. He’s a guy who has worked hard to become a good basketball coach, period, and he is that.
``He’d be great there (at Georgetown),’’ Van Gundy continued. ``I’d hope he’d get a shot in the NBA, but Georgetown might be the one job he’d consider.’’
Making such a move by be tricky for Ewing. The Hoyas recently fired John Thompson III, son of legendary coach John Thompson, who won a National Championship with Ewing at Georgetown in 1984. Also, Ewing’s son, Patrick Ewing Jr., worked on the same fired staff with Thompson III at Georgetown.
MEEKS AND THE MAGIC: The Magic and Jodie Meeks can’t help but wonder how things might have been different this season had the shooting guard avoided a couple of devastating injuries.
Meeks missed 45 games because of injuries – the first 19 of the season when he needed an additional surgery to repair a fracture in his foot and 26 from Jan. 20 through March 17 after fracturing the thumb on his left hand.
A team in desperate need of the 3-point shooting that a guard like Meeks can provide, the Magic have been a much better team with him healthy than when he’s been out. With Meeks on the floor for 26 games prior to Friday night, Orlando was 11-15 (.423 win percentage), scored 105.8 points per game and shot 45.9 percent from the floor and 35.5 percent from 3-point range. In the 46 games that Meeks missed, Orlando was 15-31 (.326 win percentage), scored 97 points per game and shot 42.8 percent from the floor and 30.1 percent from 3-point range.
Friday was Meeks’ third game since returning from the thumb injury. The first game was a struggle (one-of-nine shooting, nine points), while he played much better on Wednesday (three 3-pointers, 10 points).
``Regardless of whether I’m making shots or not, I’m a threat. I think that’s good for the whole team,’’ Meeks said. And it’s always good to have a positive influence on your team. We felt like we should have won (on Wednesday), but we just got cold in the fourth quarter. But, as a team, we feel like we’re playing really good basketball now.’’
Orlando acquired Meeks from Detroit last June and Friday’s game was his first chance to play against his former Pistons’ teammates.
``You always want to play well against one of your former teams. But it’s just another game that you want to win,’’ Meeks said.
GREEN GIMPY, MORE MARIO: Veteran forward Jeff Green missed his second straight game on Friday because of spasms in his lower back. Aaron Gordon, who like Green was listed as question in the day leading up to the game, played despite a sore right hip that he originally injured on Monday and re-aggravated on Wednesday.
``He still has some soreness and they’re still working on some things,’’ Magic coach Frank Vogel said of Green and the Magic training staff. ``I just got an update with some words I didn’t really understand – medical words – so he’s just not ready. Out, that the word that I heard; he’s out.’’
Gordon winced on a dunk during Wednesday’s loss to Charlotte, but the injury to his hip actually came two days earlier when Orlando beat Philadelphia in overtime.
``I took an elbow to the hip and I didn’t really think anything of it. I kind of just tweaked it a little bit (in Wednesday’s pregame warmups),’’ Gordon said. ``I was dealing with it throughout the whole game (on Wednesday) and then on that dunk I stretched it a little too much. But it feels fine.’’
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Making such a move by be tricky for Ewing. The Hoyas recently fired John Thompson III, son of legendary coach John Thompson, who won a National Championship with Ewing at Georgetown in 1984. Also, Ewing’s son, Patrick Ewing Jr., worked on the same fired staff with Thompson III at Georgetown.
Mueiras, which are female spirits, are often associated with fertility and protective powers. On the other hand, brujos and brujas, or male and female witches, are believed to possess supernatural powers and can use them for good or evil purposes. This belief in spirits and witches is a reflection of the country's African spiritual traditions, brought by enslaved Africans during colonial times. Witchcraft in Colombia is also closely tied to Catholicism. Many rituals and practices blend elements of Catholicism with indigenous and African traditions. For example, some witches may incorporate prayers to Catholic saints or perform rituals at Catholic shrines. This syncretism is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of Colombian witchcraft throughout history. Witchcraft customs in Colombia often involve rituals and ceremonies. Some of these rituals are public, such as the "Día de las Velitas" or Day of the Little Candles, where people light candles to honor the Virgin Mary. Others are more private and involve personal offerings or consultations with a witch or healer. Despite its rich history and cultural significance, Colombian witchcraft has faced marginalization and persecution throughout the years. In the past, witches were often associated with dark and evil practices and were sometimes persecuted by the Inquisition. Today, witchcraft continues to be stigmatized and misunderstood by some sectors of society. However, there is also a growing interest in traditional medicine and spiritual practices, which has led to a resurgence of interest in Colombian witchcraft. In conclusion, witchcraft customs in Colombia are rooted in a diverse and complex mixture of indigenous, African, and European traditions. The main idea is that Colombian witchcraft is a rich and varied practice that reflects the country's cultural heritage. It incorporates elements such as herbal medicine, belief in spirits, and syncretism with Catholicism. Despite facing marginalization and persecution, there is a renewed interest in Colombian witchcraft, highlighting its importance and resilience in the country's cultural and spiritual life..
Reviews for "The symbols and talismans used in Colombian witchcraft"
1. John - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with this book. I was hoping to delve into the rich history and practices of witchcraft in Colombia, but instead, it felt like a shallow overview. The information provided was limited and lacked depth. I expected more detailed explanations of rituals and customs but instead, it felt like a rushed compilation of general knowledge. Overall, this book fell short of my expectations.
2. Maria - 3/5 - While there were some interesting bits of information in "Witchcraft Customs in Colombia", I found the writing style to be dry and uninspiring. The book lacked a cohesive flow, making it difficult to stay engaged. Additionally, more visuals or illustrations would have been helpful in understanding the practices described. I feel like this book has the potential to be so much better with a more engaging writing style and better structure.
3. Michael - 2/5 - As an avid reader of books on witchcraft, I was really excited to read "Witchcraft Customs in Colombia". However, I found it to be a shallow and superficial exploration of the topic. The author barely scratched the surface of Colombian witchcraft customs and failed to provide any real depth. The book lacked substance, and I was left wanting more. I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for an in-depth understanding of Colombian witchcraft.
4. Emily - 2/5 - I was hoping to learn about unique and fascinating witchcraft customs in Colombia, but I was left disappointed. The book felt like a collection of random facts without any structure or flow. The author jumped from one topic to another without providing much context or explanation. It felt disjointed, and I struggled to stay engaged. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of witchcraft in Colombia.