An encounter with badimo
Friday, February 20, 2009
LERALA: Though BaTswapong are basically known to have a close relationship with their ancestors - or badimo - as their intermediary with the Uppermost God, nobody - at least in my linmited experience - has ever come out to describe these deities.
Though in many Tswapong villages, there are people designated to communicate and interpret the language of ancestral deities, nobody can say for certain what form these beings take.So many stories have been told of how badimo can protect and rescue one in need. The stories go on to narrate how the deities can also punish mortals of wayward behaviour, especially if the blasphemy is perpetrated in their territory. It is held that they live on the hills around the villages of Tswapong.
It underscores the indispensable role women play in our society, particularly in building strong households and nurturing families. The recognition of women as the bedrock of our communities is not just a sentiment; it's a call to action for all women to stand together and support each other in their endeavours.The society's aim to instil essential principles and knowledge for national development is crucial. By providing a platform for...