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Sangoma

A sangoma is a traditional healer or diviner in the Zulu, Xhosa, and Ndebele cultures of southern Africa. They use various methods including herbal remedies, bone throwing, and spiritual communication to diagnose and treat illnesses and provide spiritual guidance.

Examples:

1. She visited a trusted sangoma to seek help for her persistent migraines.
2. The sangoma threw the bones to reveal the cause of the village's misfortune.
3. Many people consult a sangoma for advice and insight into their personal lives.

Related Products:

To learn more about the practices and beliefs of sangomas, you may be interested in the following products:

• Books on Sangoma Healing
• Divination Tools for Sangoma Practice
• Herbal Remedies Used by Sangomas