Are there witches in Samoa

　　Samoa's old religion, is still practiced today, many are

　　regarded as Taulasea(Traditional Healers) and there are also those

　　who are practitioners of Faataulaitu(Spirit Dealer).

　　Taulasea, or Healers are skilled individuals, usually blessed

　　with healing hands to prepare herbal potions, as well as giving

　　traditional fofo or massages to aid in sickness both physical and

　　spiritual. It is said that a vai(potion) would work greater with a

　　taulasea blessed by his/her teacher, who is usually one of blood

　　relation. Most samoan taulasea are taught by family members, and

　　are given lessons on the different functions of different herbs,

　　these are passed down from generations of healers.

　　Faataulaitu or spirit dealer are also skilled in taulasea arts

　　but also deal with spirits, they are usually associated with evil

　　and are regarded as witches. Not much is known about them but it is

　　evident that they still practice today. Faataulaitu are a bit of

　　taboo since the rise of Christianity in samoa, but people know that

　　they exist. A spirit dealer is known to use their skills for

　　vengeance resulting in ma'i aitu(spirit/ghost sickness) which may

　　include summoning ancient demons or family spirits.

　　in conclusion there are witches in Samoa, but there are always

　　the good and bad.

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Oh, goodness! That's an interesting question. In Samoa, like in many places around the world, beliefs and superstitions vary among people. But in a modern and rational perspective, there's no scientific evidence to prove the existence of witches. Samoa has a rich cultural and traditional background, but when it comes to the idea of witches, it's more of a part of folklore and old tales rather than a reality. Most Samoans today focus on their daily lives, family, and community, and don't really give much thought to such supernatural concepts. So, to answer your question, in a practical sense, no, there aren't really witches in Samoa.