Shaman

The shaman is an intellectual and spiritual figure. He or she is regarded as possessing spiritual powers with influences on the spiritual world, which govern the physical world. He/she has considerable influence over people in the tribe and performs several functions, primarily that of a spiritual mediator and healer. The shaman provides medical care and serves other community needs during crisis times, via "supernatural" means.

source: isuma

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