spirits of the deceased
ancestor earth Chagga single tradition · 1
In Chagga belief, the spirits of the deceased inhabit the earth and play an active role in the lives of the living, unlike the superior celestial spirits. The spirit world is perceived as a reflection of the earthly realm, populated with powerful chiefs and livestock. Ancestral spirits primarily influence the lives of their direct descendants, though spirits of Mangi (kings) must be honored on behalf of entire kingdoms.
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“the spirits of the deceased, who inhabit the earth, play a more active role in the lives of the living. The spirit world is perceived as a reflection of the earthly realm, populated with powerful chiefs and livestock.”
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