This might sound like a really stupid question to you.
Because i have heard of shamanism, but tbh...i didn't
think it was real, saw it on the mighty boosh lol.
And was just wondering, can someone explain?
Thanks
Fran x
here is a link to a previous dicussion
tigress
Within Siberian/Mongolian spiritual beliefs, there are many kinds of healers that are specialists in their field. There are otoshi (healers), barishi (bone-setters), and bariyachi (mid wives). All of these specialists are believed to have some form of help from the spirit world.
It is the shaman, however, that is the true master of the spirit world. The shaman is chosen by the spirits at birth and an extra soul called an udha enters them. This soul helps them gather other spirit helpers that protect the shaman. Without this protection, rituals and other world journeys are dangerous and foolish to attempt.
The main function of the shaman is to restore and maintain balance in his community. Shamans conduct blessings, rituals of protection, hunting magic, and divination. They also cure sicknesses that have spiritual causes such as spiritual intrusions, spiritual pollution, soul loss, and curses. Shamans are also the caretakers of traditional culture. Because of their knowledge of ancient tradition, their counsel has been sought throughout the ages.
For more detailed information on Siberian and Mongolian Shamanism go to: