Table 2 Particular expulsion
From: The “body of ritual” transformed: discourses and actions in the Daba rituals among the Na (Moso)
No. | Title | Main contents |
|---|---|---|
1 | “so” | Teach malefic spirits their name, source and features |
2 | “Zi” | Show malefic spirits available resources, including ritual tools and assistance from others |
3 | “ke” | Put malefic spirits at specific positions to prevent them from hurting attendees |
4 | “ku” | Call all malefic spirits of the same type |
5 | “tçi” | Cut connection between malefic spirits and human beings |
6 | “dha” | Offer gifts to malefic spirits |
7 | “krai” | Order malefic spirits to disappear |
8 | “lo” | Give order of expulsion |
9 | “dhen” | Let malefic spirits stand up |
10 | “pié” | Open roads for malefic spirits to leave |
11 | “tsi” | Block the road after malefic spirits left to prevent their return |