shaman

Example Sentences

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The shamans in Peru, and most indigenous cultures, say that alcohol is a spirit that steals your soul.

From Salon

The inter-religious meeting was attended by leaders representing Mongolian Buddhists, Muslims, Jews, evangelical and Orthodox Christians, Mormons, Hindus, Shintos, Bahais and shamans.

From Reuters

Several of the leaders, including the Jewish representative Yair Jacob Porat, and the shaman, imparted a special blessing from their religions on the pope, wishing him health and a long life.

From Reuters

He’s become part coach, part big brother and part shaman to the Mariners’ young pitchers.

From Seattle Times

Jacob Chansley, the infamous "QAnon shaman," got some relatively sympathetic media coverage after his arrest, when his defense attorney portrayed him as a regretful dupe.

From Salon