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In the belief system of Palo Mayombe, the Ensambe are the the spirits of light, associated with nisambi, the Supreme deity. They are used for positive magick, healing, etc. Some sects of Palo work exclusively with ensambi spirits; others, with both ensambi and Ndoki (endoki), spirits of darkness.

Pronunciation: Enn-keese-ee • (noun)

Alternate Spellings: Ensambi, Nsambi

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