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Yaqui Beliefs of Wellness and Unwellness

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Yaqui people have their roots in Mexico, and many of their beliefs have been greatly influenced by the Jesuit priests who appeared in their area in the early 1600s. Yaquis were originally sun oriented; their original name was Yoeme or Hiyaqui Yoeme before the Spaniards shortened it to Yaqui. Much of their ancient culture has been changed because of the incorporation of Catholic concepts and symbols into their culture. Many Yaquis feel they have lost some of their spiritual qualities from the Old Way, for the modern lifestyle that does not leave time for spiritual development.

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Lovern, L.L., Locust, C. (2013). Yaqui Beliefs of Wellness and Unwellness. In: Native American Communities on Health and Disability. Palgrave Macmillan, New York. https://doi.org/10.1057/9781137312020_7

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