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Palo, also known as Las Reglas de Congo, is an African diasporic religion that developed in Cuba during the late 19th or early 20th century. It arose amid a process of syncretism between the traditional Kongo religion of Central Africa, the Roman Catholic branch of Christianity, and Spiritism.
- History
- Belief System and Rituals
- Syncretism
- Pantheon
Palo has its roots in the Congo Basin of Central Africa, from where large numbers of Kongo slaves were brought to Cuba where the religion was organized. Palo’s liturgical language is a mixture of the Spanish and Bantu languages, known as lengua, bozal or habla Congo.
The Palo belief system rests on two main pillars: 1. The veneration of the spirits. 2. The belief in natural/earth powers. All natural objects, and particularly sticks, are thought to be infused with powers, often linked to the powers of spirits. A certain number of spirits called Kimpungulu (singular: Mpungu) inhabit the Nkisi (sacred objects; als...
Religious syncretism with Catholicism is prevalent within Palo due to the fact that the Kingdom of the Kongo adapted the Catholic religion and created a form of Kongo-Catholicism as early as the 15th century. Iconography and the lack thereof is a reflection of dual socio-politics beliefs that have been in opposition for centuries. In Cuba they are ...
The highest level of the pantheon in Palo is occupied by the supreme creator God, Nzambi. The Kimpungulu (singular: Mpungu) are nature spirits encapsulated in sacred vessels (Nkisi). Other spirits that are recognized are Nfuri-Ntoto (wandering spirits or wraiths), Bakulu or Kinyula Nfuiri Ntoto (spirits of ancestors), and Nfumbe(the spirit of the n...
Palo Mayombe is a captivating Afro-Cuban religious tradition that traces its roots back to the Bantu-speaking peoples of Central Africa. This spiritual practice is characterized by its intricate rituals, deep connection to spirits, and the utilization of various tools and symbols.
Sep 10, 2019 · Palo Mayombe and Other Religious Connections. The influence of Palo Mayombe can be found in Central America, Brazil, and Mexico and in the United States. There are different sects of Palo (Palo Monte, Christian-based Palo, Jewish-based Palo) that come from different lineages and distinct engagements with the cultural environment around the ...
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Palo Mayombe, often referred to simply as "Palo," is a spiritual practice with its origins traced back to the Bantu-speaking people of Central Africa. It found its way to the shores of the Americas through the transatlantic slave trade, taking root in various regions such as Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico.
Jul 15, 2013 · Palo Mayombe 101. I have dedicated these last few years of my life to investigate and study Afro-Caribbean beliefs and practices. I am initiated in some of these practices, and, as an initiate I am amazed about the level of profanation and the selfishness that exists in many of them. People want to initiate others, but they seldom take the time ...
In this film we witness the rite of initiation into Cuban black magic, Palo Monte, by members of the secret society Awuaka. The essential difference between ...
