Biography

Malidoma Somé, PhD, is one of today's most eloquent champions of indigenous wisdom. His life and teaching form a bridge between the traditional ways of his people, the Dagara of West Africa - among whom he is an initiated elder - and the modern world. He is a gifted medicine man and diviner, as well as a compelling teacher and author. For more than twenty years, Malidoma has shared the ancient knowledge of his tribe with people in the West who are increasingly disconnected from their ancestors, spirit, and the richness of life in community. His voice awakens in our hearts the recognition that we are all born with a life purpose to fulfill and that we can do so in a deep and abiding relationship with all beings.

Dr. Somé is the author of several bestselling books, including Of Water and the Spirit; Ritual: Power, Healing and Community; and The Healing Wisdom of Africa. He is currently completing two new books: one on the ancestors and our relationship to them; the other on gatekeepers between this and the spirit world.