The Black Madonna with Christena Cleveland

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I’M RETURNING WITH CHRISTENA CLEVELAND

In this episode of Returning, I speak with Christena Cleveland about her journey with the Black Madonna. We explored her deep connection to this powerful figure, touching on themes of spirituality, resistance, and the nurturing power of the divine feminine. Christena shared her insights on how the Black Madonna serves as a symbol of empowerment, especially for marginalized communities. We also delved into the importance of prayer, the cosmic and earthly nature of the divine feminine, and the collective strength found in community. Christena offers a beautiful perspective on how we can all connect with the Black Madonna and the transformative healing that can unfold when we come together.

Soul Inquiry

The Soul Inquiry prompts for this episode are:

 What message does the Black Madonna have for you?

Now it's time to commit to a grounded action:

What is a little baby step you can take in that direction today?

 

Key Timestamps

  • 00:00 The Call to the Black Madonna

  • 03:10 Spirituality and Prayer

  • 05:57 The Cosmic and Earthly Connection

  • 08:53 The Role of the Black Madonna in History

  • 12:05 The Power of Motherhood and Support

  • 15:03 The Black Madonna as a Symbol of Resistance

  • 18:10 Community and Collective Empowerment

  • 26:19 The Legacy of the Black Madonna

  • 28:30 Experiencing the Black Madonna in Different Contexts

  • 29:43 The Black Madonna as a Divine Archetype

  • 34:27 The Black Madonna and Systemic Issues

  • 37:14 Pilgrimage and Personal Transformation

  • 40:12 Connecting with the Black Madonna

  • 46:06 Empowerment Through Personal Experience

  • 31:11 Tune in with Your Soul: Soul Inquiry and Grounded Action

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