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Great Zimbabwe's Sacred King: Power and Ritual of the Mambo
In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore the spiritual and political institution of the Mambo (king) at Great Zimbabwe. They discuss how the Mambo was considered a divine intermediary between the people and the god Mwari, living in seclusion on the Hill Complex. The episode covers the rituals that reinforced his authority, including the Great Enclosure's role, the sacred fire at the dhlandhlo, and the first-fruits ceremony. Lucas explains how the Mambo controlled trade in gold and ivory from Sofala, and how his power declined with the rise of the Mutapa and Rozvi…
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