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What is Rapéh (pronounced "ha-peh")

Rapéh is a sacred shamanic medicine and is pronounced as “ha-peh”. It is a snuff tobacco, originating from the indigenous tribes of the Amazon rainforest.

 

It is used daily by the population to protect the body from fulfillment and during healing rituals. Rapéh cleanses diseases of the physical, emotional and spiritual body. The powder (ash) is made from tobacco leaves and other herbs from the jungle.

 

This sacred tobacco is called Mapacho and carries the spirit of the Grandfather.

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What are the benefits?

The effect of  Rapéh is short. Depending on the dose, between 5 to 10 minutes. ​ ​

 

  • Helps ground/concentrate

  • Cleans your energy field and blockages

  • Calms your mind and helps to get out of your head

  • Opens your heart and helps you connect with your soul.

  • Brings you into the here and now ​

     

Possible short side effects:

  • Nausea S

  • tinging burning sensation I

  • Irritated mucous membranes of the sinuses/nose

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How it works and our approach

The Rapéh is a powder that is blown into your nose with an Tepi. Tepi is a sacred instrument (pipe) the self applicator is called Kuripe.

 

​ Rapéh is often used before the start of a plant medicine ceremony. It gives you protection, cleanses your energy field and helps to calm your mind. ​

 

We offer you this option during the ceremonies, without any obligation and without extra costs. ​ We will also regularly offer Rapéh ceremonies,

 

if you would like to participate or receive more information, please let us know.

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