African American History – Before 1865
Santería is a syncretic religion that originated in Cuba, combining elements of African Yoruba beliefs with Roman Catholicism. It arose among enslaved Africans who were brought to the Caribbean and sought to preserve their spiritual traditions while adapting to the dominant Catholic culture imposed by Spanish colonizers. This blending created a unique practice that emphasizes ancestral worship, rituals, and the veneration of orishas, or deities, associated with natural forces and human experiences.
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