Peruvian Despachó Bundle :
A Peruvian tradition brought down from high in the Andean mountains, a despacho is a ceremonial offering of our intentions and prayers to Pachamama (Mother Earth), and the Apus (Mountain Spirits). In the spirit of Ayni (meaning reciprocity), it’s about being in harmony with nature, and giving an offering in order to receive; a powerful and lovely way to “dispatch” our prayers to the powers that be.
A despacho contains symbols of everything: elements, weather, clouds around mountains, rainbows, the four directions, lakes, rivers, fruits of our labors, earth, stars. Every item represents a part of the Andean animist cosmology, is imbued with intent for connection to the mountains and the cosmos, and affects the totality of energy in the universe.
When the offering is complete, the bundle is folded, tied, and wrapped in sacred weavings.
Ingredients/Supplies included will make 2 Bundles. Symbolic offerings like:
Bay leaves- symbols of protection and purification. They are thought to ward off negativity and attract positive energy.
silver and gold papers- representing threads to the earth and the cosmos
white cotton- for the clouds that surround the mountains and bring rain
Palo Santo/Incense-A bed of incense is laid, to carry the prayers of the offering into the cosmos.
ribbons or colorful confetti-to show joy and rainbow tgat brings one to the spiritual realm
Fruits of the earth- seeds, raisins, grains, nuts, corn, quinoa
Shells- life in the sea that we appreciate and give thanks for
silver and gold papers representing threads to the earth and the cosmos
Fur or Feather- gift from our animal relations for whom we are grateful
Chocolate (Cacao)-In Peruvian spirituality, cacao is revered as a sacred plant, used in ceremonies and rituals to connect with the divine, heal emotionally, and deepen spiritual awareness. It also gifts a sweet treat to the elements & ancestors
Sacred Weaving From Peru and twine to tie it with
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