The book documents the practice of palería , a form of espiritismo that utilizes human bones in its rituals, which was allegedly practiced by some of Chávez’s inner circle to gain power. 3. The Rituals Surrounding Simón Bolívar
Below is an exclusive, comprehensive analysis of the book's main revelations, the geopolitical implications of these practices, and how they continue to influence Venezuelan leadership today. The Secret Origin: From the Ouija Board to Miraflores el libro los brujos de chavez exclusive
The palace reportedly transformed into a center for spiritualism, complete with a dedicated room for rituals. Witnesses described "Palo" rites involving human remains and animal sacrifices. The book documents the practice of palería ,
The book also explores the influence of Cristina Marksman, a clairvoyant who reportedly predicted Chávez’s rise to power and his eventual death. Her role highlights a recurring theme in the book: the reliance on oracles and spirits to navigate political crises. From the 2002 coup attempt to his battle with cancer, Chávez allegedly sought counsel from the beyond, filling the presidential palace with altars, offerings, and babalawos. The Secret Origin: From the Ouija Board to
is a groundbreaking investigative book written by Spanish-Venezuelan journalist David Placer. First published in late 2015, this text pulls back the curtain on an area of Latin American geopolitics that was previously whispered about only in secret: the deep, systemic relationship between former Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez, the ruling elite of Chavismo, and occult practices like Santería, Espiritismo, and Palería.