The video is about a Congo and Kesey figure from the Democratic Republic of Congo, which was colonized by Belgium.
The term 'kisi' refers to a spirit and medicine, specifically herbs and supplements used by healers.
During the 19th century, the N'Ganga, a ritual specialist, would use kisi figures to help their clients.
💡 The Power Figure, or Nkisi, was carved by a sculptor and used by the Ganga to hold spiritual medicine in its abdomen.
🌿 The abdomen of the Power Figure could contain various materials such as stone, herbs, and clays, mixed together to create a formula for healing.
🤝 The Power Figure served multiple purposes, including healing clients, recording agreements, and acting as a witness for justice against wrongdoers.
🔒 Ganga uses knots in a strip of cloth to bind agreements in the nkisi.
🔪🐦 Dog teeth and bird elements are used to activate the nkisi for seeking justice.
🔨✉️ The nkisi is activated by hammering nails into its skin and it evolves over time.
🔑 The male Nkisi figure is powerful and should not be sold or owned by anyone other than the in Ganga.
🔍 The figure is encrusted on all sides and has a hollow abdomen, suggesting something was taken out from inside.
🔔 The figure is adorned with amulets, including beaded ones and a bell that can be rung to invoke the in key see spirit.
💰 The male Nkisi is used for trading, marking contracts, and resolving disputes.
📝 Each nail in the Nkisi serves as a reminder of specific requests and grievances.
🔮 The male Nkisi represents the historical and social significance of seeking help from ritual specialists.
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