Pana Nomanawa

Pana Nomanawa – Guardian of Ancestral Chants and Sacred Medicines

Pana Nomanawa is a devoted keeper of the spiritual and cultural traditions of the Noke Koi people, an Indigenous community from the Brazilian Amazon.

From an early age, Pana received direct teachings from his elders, learning not only the ancestral chants of his lineage but also the spiritual meanings they hold. These sacred chants serve as a bridge for connection with the spirits of the forest and are traditionally used to support healing processes within ceremonial settings.

Adopted son of the respected Pajé Romeya Kamarati and member of the Nomanawa clan, Pana has been entrusted with the role of Txana within his community — a guardian of sacred songs and ceremonial practices. In this role, he supports spiritual healing work and helps preserve the respectful and responsible use of traditional forest medicines such as Kambo.

Pana’s work is centered on facilitating traditional ceremonies within a respectful retreat context, guided by Indigenous knowledge, ethical practices, and a deep connection to the natural world.

Through his presence and service, Pana contributes to maintaining the living traditions of the Noke Koi people while sharing their values of harmony, responsibility, and reverence for nature with broader communities.