Şẹ́lẹ̀rú Àgbo – Águas Sagradas – Sacred Waters Day 2

Art in Motion 7415 S East End Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

A series of workshops, panels, and discussions. Schedule: Time: Class A Class B 8:00am - 9:30am Èṣù / Ẹlẹ́gbára, the diasporic messenger with Pejigan, Luiz Moreira, M.D. Ọ̀riṣa Ọ́ṣún: The Essence of Life, Evolution, Revolution and Resistance.with Ìyá Márcia d’Ògún 9:45am-11:15am Me and Water : Exploring the Sacred Waters in Candomblé with Babalorixá, Everaldo Nogueira...

Èṣù / Ẹlẹ́gbára, the diasporic messenger

Art in Motion 7415 S East End Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

The purpose of the workshop is to have a short discussion about Orisa Èṣù from an Afro-Brazilian perspective. The main idea is to provide a brief overview about the role of Orisa Èṣù in Candomblé. The workshop will be interactive and attendees will be encouraged to interact. Besides the talk, some of the items used...

Ọ̀riṣa Ọ́ṣún: The Essence of Life, Evolution, Revolution and Resistance.

Art in Motion 7415 S East End Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

This lecture will explore the force of Ọ̀riṣa Ọ́ṣún as she is worshipped in Brazil. We will discuss the Itans of how she revolutionized women’s rites during the time when the Irumoles were forming the world and her revolutionary approach to gender rites in a male dominated space, and (how and why) this is important...

Me and Water : Exploring the Sacred Waters in Candomblé

Art in Motion 7415 S East End Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

Me and Water : Exploring the Sacred Waters in Candomblé: An analysis of the vital importance of water. In this lecture, we will delve into the depths of Candomblé teachings, highlighting the centrality of water not only as a physical element but as a primordial symbol of birth, purification, and spiritual renewal. We will examine...

The sacred waters of the Jejê Nation

Art in Motion 7415 S East End Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

This talk will examine the influence of the Jejê Nation of Candomblé and its particularities and peculiarities alongside those of the Ketu Nation. It will dive into how these customs and traditions have contributed to the exchange of knowledge and know-how across centuries. I will discuss the orixás Baba Òṣùmàrè and Iya Yèwá, demystifying Òṣùmàrè's...

Dances of the Orixás

Art in Motion 7415 S East End Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

Come experience Orixá dances of Candomblé. During this workshop we will explore dances of Orixás whose energy is expressed through the element of water. In addition, we will focus on some of the storytelling and meaning embedded within particular movements. Please come prepared with clothes suitable for movement/exercise.

International Collaboration to Combat Religious Racism

Art in Motion 7415 S East End Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

Candomblé communities in Brazil have experienced rampant discrimination and violence in recent years. Activists in Brazil have created numerous initiatives to combat these problems. This workshop will explore how people who are living outside Brazil (especially people from the U.S.) can help raise visibility about and fight against religious racism. Danielle Boaz will discuss recent projects and...

Xirê

Mama Africa's Marketplace 2100 E 71st St, Chicago, IL, United States

Xirê Guidlines and Expectations A Xirê is a religious ceremony. We ask that everyone who attends follows a few specific set of guidelines in order to maintain an appropriate environment. Dress code: Please wear clothing that has light colors. White clothing is encouraged. Please refrain from wearing black to the ceremony. Photography: Photography, video, and...