St. Jaques Majeur- July Jubilee

Thousands will gather in Haiti this week in celebration of St. Jacques Majeur.  Many will travel to La Plaine d' Nor, for ceremonies similar to Mont Carmel, but there's a mud basin where those who are possessed bathe. 

 

This where a common misconception arise.   There is a certain pride that comes with St. Jacques.  The spirit mimick that of an alligator, and rolls around the water.   There's a myth that this pond fills only around this time of year.  Hundreds gather to make there offerings, or fulfill promises made.  The excitement is in the air, and peristyles all around will beat the drums to the patriot tune of the spirit.

 

Where do I begin... words could not express my admiration.

 

 Let's us not forget. St. Anne whose celebration will also happen this month. In Haiti, the shrine is on a mountain top in Haiti,  usually saints have a church.  The statue of St. Ann is hand-crafted, and the "church" is built in the shape of the peristyle, and she is adorned with all sorts of jewelry.  Truly powerful sight to see.  I hope you, get out, and get a taste, because the spirits are now fired up.  It is a great time to get your petitions in!

For a taste of the events, view below.