Inca Cross Chakana Palo Santo

4x4cm

Inca cross necklace from sustainably harvested Palo Santo. With wax cord, adjustable in size.

Handmade, with an eye for the artisans' well-being and nature.

Length (min / max): 40-80 cm.

The Inca Cross or Chakana Talisman

Inca mythology believes that the Chakana symbol has mathematical and geometric meaning; holds the key to the Incan's understanding of the secret of life. It was of great importance and significance to the Quechua people. Traditionally, Chakana (Or in Spanish: cruz cuadrada, four-sided cross) represents the constellation of the Southern Cross that can be seen when looking skyward from the Southern Hemisphere. In the opinion of the ancient Andean people, this formed the center of the universe and was easily found when they looked at the four stars Alpha, Beta, Gama and Delta forming the Andean Cross.

Each star is at a cardinal point and represents a region: Chichansuyo-North, Kollasuyo-South, Kuntisuyo-East, Antisuyo-West, which also symbolizes the elements of water, earth, fire and air.

When used as a tool for meditation, Chakana is said to bring mental balance and a deeper understanding on many levels of consciousness. The hole in the middle of the cross is the axis through which a shamanic consciousness enters the other levels of cosmic existence.

Qualities of Palo Santo (Holy Wood or Sacred Wood)
The indigenous people of the Andes have used Palo Santo for centuries to ward off negative energy. When this sacred wood is burned, negative energy is cleansed, peace and harmony are restored, and the connection with mother earth is empowered. According to tradition, Palo Santo has a natural pain-relieving, stress-relieving and relaxing effect. Palo Santo has a pleasant refreshing and uplifting scent. The aroma of Palo Santo can help clarify your aura and/or promote positive emotions and joy.

SERFOR-certified Palo Santo products
This Palo Santo comes from forests managed, authorized and certified by the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation (SERFOR) in Peru. Only Palo Santo trees and branches that have fallen naturally and remained on the ground for at least 3 to 4 years are used. This method of harvesting does not harm nature and only wood with a rich aroma is used.