6.27.2004
More on Ms. Lionza
Newsday has picked up the ongoing story (Thanks to Wren for the link) of the splitting of the statue of Maria Lionza. This time we get to hear more from the priests of the cult.
Rafael Albis, a priest for followers of the goddess, known as Marialionceros, warned against any such political interpretations. Claiming to speak for Lionza by channeling her voice, the beefy priest intoned in a feminine voice, "I don't want them utilizing me or killing themselves over me. I am sending a message of love." - Mike Ceasar
This is the first mention in an article so far that mentions the Marialionceros as wishing to remain neutral in this political conflict. Which makes me wonder why it took so long for the press to report it?
Newsday has picked up the ongoing story (Thanks to Wren for the link) of the splitting of the statue of Maria Lionza. This time we get to hear more from the priests of the cult.
Rafael Albis, a priest for followers of the goddess, known as Marialionceros, warned against any such political interpretations. Claiming to speak for Lionza by channeling her voice, the beefy priest intoned in a feminine voice, "I don't want them utilizing me or killing themselves over me. I am sending a message of love." - Mike Ceasar
This is the first mention in an article so far that mentions the Marialionceros as wishing to remain neutral in this political conflict. Which makes me wonder why it took so long for the press to report it?
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