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Madamos (Butlers)<br />
Because madamas usually get all the attention, the spirits of the wise butlers<br />
and assistants to the powerful have been mostly forgotten. But all powerful<br />
people need a trusted advisor who has their backs through thick and thin.<br />
And this is the madamo. He looks out for his people and guides them<br />
toward the wisest decision for themselves.<br />
Madamos are often represented on the altar by a statue of a man in a<br />
black suit with a perfect mustache, sitting close to the front, always ready to<br />
help and attend. Aside from being trusted advisors, they are ready to clean<br />
and clear negativity from those who work with them. They are also skilled<br />
at helping people manage life and balance the many things that must be<br />
accomplished.<br />
Religiosos (Religious Ones)<br />
This court includes the spirits of priests, rabbis, nuns, monks, and all those<br />
who spent their lives following and promoting a religious path. The monks<br />
and nuns teach about the path of connecting to the Divine. They assist in<br />
spiritual cleansing and purification, and reflect the Catholic approach to<br />
life.<br />
This court encompasses the various priesthoods of all organized<br />
religions—including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, and Buddhist. They teach<br />
discipline, organization, and order, and are known to be a bit judgmental at<br />
times. Although they are often represented on the altar, these guides like to<br />
be a bit separated from other guides.<br />
King Solomon, who was famed for his magical and spiritual capacities,<br />
is one of the viejos of this court. He was renowned for his wisdom, but he<br />
was also known to have power over negative spirits.<br />
Sanaciónes (Healing Guides)<br />
One of the most popular courts among espiritistas are the healing guides,<br />
who assist with all levels of spiritual, physical, and mental health. Although<br />
all the spirits within <strong>Espiritismo</strong> have the power to heal, these spirits often<br />
deal with medicine in the Western sense. They are also excellent at helping<br />
to diagnose illnesses. Some were doctors, surgeons, and other medical
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