The role of lethuelas/sangomas in Lesotho. “Traditional” beliefs, spiritual professions and Christianity among the Basotho

This article investigates the place of lehuelas/sangomas in Basotho society, their vocation, work and relationship with Christian churches. Lethuelas, also called sangomas or shamans, are healers, diviners and/or mediums. Thanks to the country’s mountainous isolation, their vocation and work can be...

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Main Author: Agnieszka Podolecka
Format: article
Language:DE
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Published: Warsaw University Press 2021
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Online Access:https://doaj.org/article/e35b5ade55e8486abb165a660be2ae94
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