Ritual Healing in Arbëreshë Albanian and Italian Communities of Lucania, Southern Italy.

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  • Author(s): Quave, Cassandra Leah1; Pieroni, Andrea2
  • Source:
    Journal of Folklore Research. Jan-Apr2005, Vol. 42 Issue 1, p57-97. 41p. 7 Black and White Photographs, 1 Diagram, 1 Chart, 1 Graph.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      Traditional medicine; Spiritual healing; Healing; Therapeutics; Rites & ceremonies; Ritualism; Ritual
    • Subject Terms:
      Southern Italy
    • Abstract:
      This article describes the traditional holistic system and ritual healing in Arbëreshë Albanian and Italian communities of Lucania, Southern Italy. Reputation of healers all over the world; description of the Monte Vulture region; Inclusions of illnesses that can be cured through ritual means; Divisions of headaches; General structure of ritual treatment; Ritual objects used to heal; Dissatisfaction among both Arbereshe and Italian populations in modern medical care; Impact of health belief models on society.