Curandero
Curandero
Curandero (pronunciation: koo-ran-de-ro) is a term used in Latin American cultures to refer to a traditional healer or shaman. The term is derived from the Spanish word "curar", meaning "to heal".
Etymology
The term "Curandero" is derived from the Spanish verb "curar", which translates to "to heal" in English. The suffix "-ero" is often added to the root of Spanish verbs to denote a person who performs the action of the verb. Therefore, "Curandero" can be roughly translated as "healer".
Role and Practices
A Curandero is a traditional folk healer who uses various methods to treat physical, mental, and spiritual ailments. These methods often include the use of herbal medicine, spiritual healing, and rituals. The practices of a Curandero can vary widely depending on the region and individual practitioner.
Related Terms
- Shaman: A person regarded as having access to, and influence in, the world of good and evil spirits, typically among societies of northern Asia and North America. They often enter a trance state during a ritual, and practice divination and healing.
- Herbal medicine: The study or use of medicinal properties of plants.
- Spiritual healing: A form of healing that uses spiritual practices, such as prayer or meditation, to treat illness.
- Rituals: A religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Curandero
- Wikipedia's article - Curandero
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