The Juneteenth Ritual of Remembrance serves as a prayerful event dedicated to honoring enslaved individuals who did not live to witness their liberation. The occasion features a ceremonial procession led by Wakan Wiya and Awon Ohun Omnira that includes drumming and chanting for the ancestors. This ritual incorporates prayers from various religious traditions associated with enslaved people, such as Ifa, Palo Mayombe, Vodun, as well as the Abrahamic faiths of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Attendees are encouraged to engage deeply with these practices that celebrate resilience and remembrance.
Our Juneteenth Ritual of Remembrance is a prayerful honoring of the enslaved people who didn't live to see freedom come. It emphasizes a deep spiritual connection through diverse faiths.
The event features a rich cultural procession including drums and chants that pay homage to ancestors, reflecting the resilience and legacy of those who were enslaved.
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