Special Color Issue on Huichols

In 1986, Shaman's Drum, dedicated an issue to Wixarika art and spirituality, featuring an archival article from Norwegian ethnologist, Carl Lumholtz, an interview with Wixarika mara'akame Ulu Temay, and a text written by U.S. anthropologist, Susan Valadez (née Eger).

"During this Thanksgiving season, I am reminded of the Huichol way of saying thank you, pamparios (Pampariyutsi) . The word is a short version of the Spanish phrase, "Pan para dios", meaning everything goes to and is for god. Having personally received many blessings and teachings from the Huichols, I would like to say pamparios (Pampariyutsi) and acknowledge them for preserving a beautiful tradition that honors the gifts of the gods."

Read the full pdf here.