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Book SynopsisAn experiential guide to the sacred places and teachings of Andean shamanism
• Explores the cosmology and core shamanic beliefs of the Andean people, including Pachamama and power animals such as condors, snakes, hummingbirds, and pumas
• Takes you on an intimate journey through the sacred sites, temples, and power places of Peru, including Machu Picchu, Cuzco, Ollantaytambo, Sacsayhuamán, Písac, Lake Titicaca, and more
• Shares initiatory rites and shamanic journeying practices to allow you to integrate and embody the wisdom of each sacred place
The Andes Mountains of Peru are rich with ancient shamanic traditions, sacred places, and heart wisdom passed down from the Inca and safeguarded for generations by the Q’eros nation. In this experiential guide to the wisdom and practices of the Andean people and their sacred land, Vera Lopez and Linda Star Wolf take you on an intimate journey through the sacred sites, temples, and power places of Peru, including Machu Picchu, Cuzco, Ollantaytambo, Sacsayhuamán, Písac, Lake Titicaca, and more. They show how each of these powerful sites holds an ancient wisdom--an initiation left behind by the Inca--and they share initiatory rites and shamanic journeying practices to allow you to integrate and embody the wisdom of each sacred place.
The authors explore the cosmology and core shamanic beliefs of the Andean people, including Pachamama, the Sacred Law of Reciprocity, the Serpent of Light, the Chakannah, and power animals such as condors, snakes, hummingbirds, and pumas. They examine healing practices and sacred plants of this tradition, including a look at the shamanic use of ayahuasca and San Pedro.
Offering direct access to the gentle heart of wisdom found within the ancient shamanic land of Peru, the authors show how the Andean shamanic tradition offers an antidote to the modern epidemic of Soul Loss by connecting us back to our authentic self and the universal principles of love, reciprocity, and gratitude.
Trade Review“
Shamanic Mysteries of Peru reads like a prophetic text! The words on the page connect with your soul--you will soon find yourself immersed in the otherworldly mysteries of Peru. Truly an essential read for any spiritual seeker. If you are traveling to Peru, this book is a must: it will transform your journey. It is your companion guide!” * Carley Mattimore, coauthor of Sacred Messengers of Shamanic Africa *
“Few books on shamanic traditions transmit ancient knowledge the way this one does. It is a sacred artifact with the capacity to unveil hidden wisdom of the Incas. For those who want to unlock such mysteries, for the bold and adventurous reader, and even for the curious bookworm, open your heart and mind and prepare yourself for an intimate spiritual journey.” * Kristin Marie Harris, Ph.D., author of Consciousness Explained Better *
“An extraordinary book that will have every reader feeling deeply connected to and transformed by the spiritual wisdom of the Andean people. With grace and beauty, Lopez and Star Wolf share fascinating teachings garnered through three decades of facilitating magical and mystical journeys to the area. This book will open your heart, expand your consciousness, and light the way to a more peaceful way of
being.” * Tammy Billups, author of Animal Soul Contracts *
“In this beautiful and inspiring work, the authors share a call to remember an important spiritual legacy. Most importantly, this book contains a transmission of the deep feminine wisdom of the Q’eros nation, whose vision and rooted earth connection with the Earth Mother is needed now more than ever. Every page is a pilgrimage, taking you on a mystical and heart-opening journey of remembrance.” * Seren Bertrand & Azra Bertand, M.D., authors of Womb Awakening and Magdalene Mysteries *
“What wonderful gifts Shamanic Mysteries of Peru gives us! The authors take the reader on a magical journey to access the wisdom and love of the Q’eros people, who have held on to their 5th dimensional frequency and have so much wisdom to help heal our world. This is a must-read for all spiritual seekers.” * Judith Corvin-Blackburn, LCSW, DMin., author of Activating Your 5D Frequency *
“Star Wolf and Vera have adeptly opened the doors to the inner sanctuary of the mysteries of Peru, inviting the reader on a path of transformation, alignment, and coming home. Shamanic Mysteries of Peru is a profound opportunity of heart-initiation that will contribute to many during the evolution into higher consciousness.” * Danielle Rama Hoffman, author of The Tablets of Light *
“The combination of Vera Lopez’s years of saturation in the magical realm of Peru with Star Wolf ’s decades-long experience with shamanic practices and principles has produced a deeply moving exploration into the mystical foundation of shamanic Peru. This journey is not to be missed!” * Ruby Falconer, coauthor of Shamanic Egyptian Astrology *
“The authors share with us the ancestral wisdom of shamanic Peru to heal our heart-mind disconnect and help us move forward with precision and purpose. If you feel called to make a sacred inner or outer journey to the high Andes, this book is your ticket.” * Thea Summer Deer, author of Wisdom of the Plant Devas *
“The sacred land of Peru will hold you in its heart as soaring peak meets sky, clouds dance with forests at 13,000 feet, and Condor and Hummingbird soar. The deep, transformative medicine of the land and the wisdom of its people are what our world needs right now. Lopez and Star Wolf lead us on this journey with compassion and insight, guiding us along the path of initiation so that we too may soar!” * Anna Cariad-Barrett, DMin, M.S., MFT, coauthor of Sacred Medicine of Bee, Butterfly, Earthworm, and *
“Taking you on an intimate journey of discovery, the authors share their personal experiences of one of the world’s most enigmatic power centers. From exploring the Serpent of Light and the feminine energy rising from the Andes, you will gain deep knowledge and wisdom with every page that is turned. A new best seller!” * Maria Wheatley, founder of Esoteric College and author of Druidic Soul Star Astrology *
Table of ContentsForeword by Carley Mattimore PREFACE The Calling of Chuma: High Priestess of Machu Picchu
Acknowledgments INTRODUCTION Serpent of Light: The Great Shift to the Andes
PART 1 THE COSMOLOGY OF PERU
1 The Q’eros Nation: An Introduction
2 Chakana: Symbol of Andean Cosmology
3 Karpays: Initiations of Shamanic Peru
PART 2 The Sacred Land and Temples of Peru
4 Building with Intention: Landing Place of the Gods
5 Cuzco: Navel of the Earth
6 Moray: Womb of the Inca
7 Ollantaytambo: House of the Dawn
8 Pisac: The Seer’s Chair
9 Machu Picchu: University and Library of the Ancient Inca
10 The Ica Region: Dr. Cabrera and the Ica Stones
PART 3
Preparing for a Sacred Journey to Peru
11 Preparation: Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Facets
12 Sharing: Shamanic Stories from Peru
13 Opening the Mesa of Our Hearts: Journey with Snake, Puma, and Condor
AFTERWORD The Condor, the Eagle, and the Pachacuteq Prophecy
APPENDIX The Law of Ayni in Action
Resources
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
