The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) says that white sage has important medical benefits it is used to cure colds and aid postpartum healing and its a crucial part of the surrounding ecosystem. It has become common, for example, for younger Americans to cleanse their homes of bad spirits with white sage even if they do not identify as Pagans. The practice has a long and rich history that extends way before white witchy practices brought it onto Instagram feeds near you. White sage has become particularly popular with those who practice witchcraft or witchcraft-inspired wellness rituals. Poll: Support for abortion rights is strong, even among most religious groups . Those who had been using sage returned to using either salt and water or rosemary for purification. it's cultural appropriation. @keyframes _1tIZttmhLdrIGrB-6VvZcT{0%{opacity:0}to{opacity:1}}._3uK2I0hi3JFTKnMUFHD2Pd,.HQ2VJViRjokXpRbJzPvvc{--infoTextTooltip-overflow-left:0px;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;line-height:16px;padding:3px 9px;position:absolute;border-radius:4px;margin-top:-6px;background:#000;color:#fff;animation:_1tIZttmhLdrIGrB-6VvZcT .5s step-end;z-index:100;white-space:pre-wrap}._3uK2I0hi3JFTKnMUFHD2Pd:after,.HQ2VJViRjokXpRbJzPvvc:after{content:"";position:absolute;top:100%;left:calc(50% - 4px - var(--infoTextTooltip-overflow-left));width:0;height:0;border-top:3px solid #000;border-left:4px solid transparent;border-right:4px solid transparent}._3uK2I0hi3JFTKnMUFHD2Pd{margin-top:6px}._3uK2I0hi3JFTKnMUFHD2Pd:after{border-bottom:3px solid #000;border-top:none;bottom:100%;top:auto} For those who wish to avoid culturally appropriating blue sage, there are several other plants and herbs with similar properties that can be used instead. It was illegal for Natives to practice their religion (including smudging) until 1978 in the U.S. It's something they've had to fight for. This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Curated. and challenging what they describe as wanton cultural appropriation by non-Natives eager for a quick fix to the "dis-ease" associated . There is no set liturgy that everyone follows, and it is possible for people to create their own rituals. When I began my research in 1986, it was most commonly done using salt and water. Cultural appropriation is defined as the act of taking or using elements of one culture by members of another culture without permission or acknowledgement of the source (Oxford Dictionary). It is used in many Native American ceremonies and has long been considered sacred by some tribes. Is Blue Sage Cultural Appropriation? This form of cleansing can look a bit like smudging, but its just the simple act of burning herbs, wood, incense, or other safe-to-burn materials that possess cleansing properties. Because of all that complicated history of sage burning, when non-Native people use white sage to "smudge" their homes or other spaces, it infringes upon the cultural importance and authenticity of the ritual and prayer simply, its cultural appropriation. .c_dVyWK3BXRxSN3ULLJ_t{border-radius:4px 4px 0 0;height:34px;left:0;position:absolute;right:0;top:0}._1OQL3FCA9BfgI57ghHHgV3{-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-ms-flex-pack:start;justify-content:flex-start;margin-top:32px}._1OQL3FCA9BfgI57ghHHgV3 ._33jgwegeMTJ-FJaaHMeOjV{border-radius:9001px;height:32px;width:32px}._1OQL3FCA9BfgI57ghHHgV3 ._1wQQNkVR4qNpQCzA19X4B6{height:16px;margin-left:8px;width:200px}._39IvqNe6cqNVXcMFxFWFxx{display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;margin:12px 0}._39IvqNe6cqNVXcMFxFWFxx ._29TSdL_ZMpyzfQ_bfdcBSc{-ms-flex:1;flex:1}._39IvqNe6cqNVXcMFxFWFxx .JEV9fXVlt_7DgH-zLepBH{height:18px;width:50px}._39IvqNe6cqNVXcMFxFWFxx ._3YCOmnWpGeRBW_Psd5WMPR{height:12px;margin-top:4px;width:60px}._2iO5zt81CSiYhWRF9WylyN{height:18px;margin-bottom:4px}._2iO5zt81CSiYhWRF9WylyN._2E9u5XvlGwlpnzki78vasG{width:230px}._2iO5zt81CSiYhWRF9WylyN.fDElwzn43eJToKzSCkejE{width:100%}._2iO5zt81CSiYhWRF9WylyN._2kNB7LAYYqYdyS85f8pqfi{width:250px}._2iO5zt81CSiYhWRF9WylyN._1XmngqAPKZO_1lDBwcQrR7{width:120px}._3XbVvl-zJDbcDeEdSgxV4_{border-radius:4px;height:32px;margin-top:16px;width:100%}._2hgXdc8jVQaXYAXvnqEyED{animation:_3XkHjK4wMgxtjzC1TvoXrb 1.5s ease infinite;background:linear-gradient(90deg,var(--newCommunityTheme-field),var(--newCommunityTheme-inactive),var(--newCommunityTheme-field));background-size:200%}._1KWSZXqSM_BLhBzkPyJFGR{background-color:var(--newCommunityTheme-widgetColors-sidebarWidgetBackgroundColor);border-radius:4px;padding:12px;position:relative;width:auto} But the way in which the idea was first. These tribes have historically used blue sage for ceremonial and medicinal purposes. Studies have shown that burning blue sage can help to reduce anxiety and stress levels, improve sleep quality, and even boost immunity. The use of sage by non-Native Americans is again becoming more prevalent. The CO-OP adopts the Colorado Outdoor Principles and acknowledges that outdoor recreation and conservation should reflect, respect, and value the demographic and cultural diversity of our state. It is now being more widely marketed by stores such as Walmart and Anthropologie. While it is not inherently wrong to adopt elements of another culture, it can be problematic when the source is not acknowledged or respected. White sage grows naturally in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico and is particularly found along the coast of Southern California and in the Mojave and Sonoran deserts. It is a way to keep danger at bay as well as provide a way to separate the sacred from the mundane. Because there is no dedicated sanctified place, cleansing and protection become particularly important within Paganism. In this article, we will explore the history of blue sage, examine how it has been appropriated, investigate the impact of its cultural appropriation, analyze the debate surrounding its use, explain the benefits of adopting it respectfully, identify alternatives to using blue sage without cultural appropriation, and investigate how to balance respect for culture with enjoyment of blue sage. It was used because it was associated with Native American practice. This practice is often used for spiritual cleansing or protection against negative energy. You can also use white sage as long as if you bought it for a native, or a native gave it to you. Smudging sage was part of those banned religious practices. It has also been used medicinally by some indigenous communities for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. Do you have knowledge or insights to share? This entailed walking around the circle carrying a ritual knife known as an athame while chanting an incantation that marked the area as a safe place that only the spirits called would enter. Cleansing is a way to provide a safe place to interact with the spirit world, which is always part of Pagan rituals. I'm sorry that this doesn't directly address blue sage, however this is the best I can do broadly addressing the issue. 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Sage, sacred to Native Americans, is being used in purification rituals, raising issues of cultural appropriation Published: February 23, 2023 8.15am EST Author Helen A. Berger Affliated. Just don't pretend to do a sacred smudge ritual of something. "Salvia" is a name that means "healer," referring to this ancient name for a sage with medicinal properties. As Emily McFarlan Miller reported in a recent Religion News Service article, this is resulting in overharvesting and shortages of the plant, making it harder for Native Americans to find enough for their sacred ceremonies. I mean, if you're of white European descent, you have no reason to wear a headdress, smoke a peace pipe and do smudging ceremonies while claiming to be a shaman of the Navajo. Purification can be done in several ways. Sage, sacred to Native Americans, is being used in purification rituals, raising issues of cultural appropriation. Because there is no dedicated sanctified place, cleansing and protection become particularly important within Paganism. This entailed walking around the circle carrying a ritual knife known as an athame while chanting an incantation that marked the area as a safe place that only the spirits called would enter. Traditional dress and eagles feathers were two other examples of commonly appropriated items. An imbalance of power between the appropriator and the appropriated is a critical condition of the concept. White sage, which is sacred to a number of Native American tribes in the southwest United States, has been adopted by both some contemporary Pagans and New Age practitioners for purification rites. When I began my research in 1986, it was most commonly done using salt and water. At the same time, it is possible to enjoy the benefits of blue sage without disrespecting its cultural roots. The celebration of nature takes several forms, the most common being a series of rituals that commemorate the changing seasons. Magic, the process of changing reality to your will through incantations, is done in this realm. The smoke is then waved over the area you want to cleanse. Curated. But unless you are a descendant of Indigenous North American people, it likely wasn't white sage that they were burning, according to Keene. As Pagans pride themselves on being sensitive to practices of diverse cultures, most quickly gave up the use of sage; the use of other Native American artifacts in Pagan practices became less common as well. The species name "azurea" is Latin for "sky blue." Blue sage is a common name that refers to several different plant species. Historically, deciding exactly what culture is hasn't been easy. Different Native communities use different medicines for smudging depending on where they are from, and not every culture uses white sage or smudges. It only becomes cultural appropriation when an element of culture is adopted from a marginalized group without respect for its cultural meaning or significance or with the purpose of exploiting the culture Purification can be done using a number of substances, including salt, rosemary and sometimes white sage. If you have used herbs to cleanse your space in the past and enjoy the ritual, you don't have to give it up in order to do so in a culturally conscious way. That is where it crosses a line, but lose the claim and the rest of it is just honoring a tradition like a fan honors Star Wars by swinging a toy light saber. It's important that in the process of any cleansing you're respecting Indigenous cultures and the ecosystem. From hair trends to relationship advice, our daily newsletter has everything you need to sound like a person whos on TikTok, even if you arent. Our modern understanding of cultural appropriation is highly individualised. :) the only reason white sage is so sacred to us (besides being a ceremonial tool) is because it only grows within the southwest of north America and the top of Central America, its going endangered as well and the govt refuses to add it to the endangered plants. 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Brandeis University provides funding as a member of The Conversation US. As contemporary Pagans often piece together different elements to create their spirituality, for many it seemed natural to include Native American practices. When it comes to blue sage, there is an argument that non-indigenous people are appropriating the plant by taking it out of its traditional context and using it for their own purposes. If you have any insights or knowledge you think would be valuable, feel free to share them with me. Spoken like a true colonising brute. Sage, Salvia officinalis, is one of the most interesting, storied plants in human history. It comes down to the spirit in which you wear a garment and whether that spirit communicates respect versus condescension. ._2cHgYGbfV9EZMSThqLt2tx{margin-bottom:16px;border-radius:4px}._3Q7WCNdCi77r0_CKPoDSFY{width:75%;height:24px}._2wgLWvNKnhoJX3DUVT_3F-,._3Q7WCNdCi77r0_CKPoDSFY{background:var(--newCommunityTheme-field);background-size:200%;margin-bottom:16px;border-radius:4px}._2wgLWvNKnhoJX3DUVT_3F-{width:100%;height:46px} cultural appropriation, adoption of certain language, behaviour, clothing, or tradition belonging to a minority culture or social group by a dominant culture or group in a way that is exploitative, disrespectful, or stereotypical. Magic, the process of changing reality to your will through incantations, is done in this realm. It's something not usually taught to non-natives. Soflyy03 10 mo. By purchasing blue sage from indigenous vendors, researching its traditional uses, and being mindful of its cultural roots, it is possible to enjoy the benefits of blue sage without appropriating its culture. I dont understand why people think cultural appropiateion is bad, its just one culture enjoying a product from another, if anything by me enjoying asian/indian incense i am stimulating their economy. Why are your so afraid of possibly offending? 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In her groundbreaking book Purity and Danger, anthropologist Mary Douglas illustrates how purity and its maintenance are central to religion. They then used salt and water to purify the circle. At Pagan ceremonies that I attended as a researcher, those leading the ritual would cut a sacred circle. . What kind of sage is not cultural appropriation? 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