Curanderismo: Spirituality and Healing in Oaxaca, Mexico
Author: Sandra Hurlong
Date Published: 2001
Article that tells the story of one woman's experience with a curandera during a visit to Oaxaca Mexico. Curanderismo is a traditional healing system practiced by Curanderos or Curanderas. The Curanderos seek to identify the specific physical illness and a simultaneously diagnose the spiritual cause of the illness. The healing ritual of the curanderos illustrate close links between the knowledge of herbs and the Catholic belief system.
Date Published: 2001
Article that tells the story of one woman's experience with a curandera during a visit to Oaxaca Mexico. Curanderismo is a traditional healing system practiced by Curanderos or Curanderas. The Curanderos seek to identify the specific physical illness and a simultaneously diagnose the spiritual cause of the illness. The healing ritual of the curanderos illustrate close links between the knowledge of herbs and the Catholic belief system.
