Dambazovi

Dambazovi is a term with origins in the Shona language, spoken by the Shona people of Zimbabwe and parts of Mozambique. It can refer to a variety of things, but most commonly it is associated with the concept of a type of traditional healer or spiritual practitioner. These individuals are often believed to possess the ability to communicate with ancestral spirits and to diagnose and treat ailments, both physical and spiritual. Their practices may involve the use of herbs, rituals, and divination.

In a broader sense, "dambazovi" can also be used to describe the spiritual realm or the ancestral spirits themselves, who are seen as intermediaries between the living and the divine. The role of a dambazovi is considered vital within Shona society, providing guidance, healing, and maintaining a connection to the past. The specific interpretations and practices associated with the term can vary across different communities and lineages within Shona culture. It is a concept deeply embedded in the traditional belief systems and social structures of the Shona people.