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- Priests are called Babaolorishas or Santeros
- In Santeria, God is manifested through other spirituals referred to as OrishasSanteria Religion 101: Santeria
- Originated in the Yoruba religion, which was practiced by the Yoruba people in Africa
- Around a million African slaves were brought to CubaThe Earth Times: Cuba takes pride in its African heritage (March 3, 2009)
- The slaves were not allowed to practice their religionInternational Herald Tribune: Venezuelans increasingly turn to Santeria... (February 2008)
- Many were forcefully Baptized, but continued to practice SanteriaSanteria Religion 101: Santeria
- Traditions were influenced by ChristianityInternational Herald Tribune: Venezuelans increasingly turn to Santeria... (February 2008)
- Catholic saints are seen to represent different OrishasSanteria Religion 101: Santeria
- Religion spread throughout the AmericasInternational Herald Tribune: Venezuelans increasingly turn to Santeria... (February 2008)
- Became popular during the Afro-Cuban movement in the 1920sThe Earth Times: Cuba takes pride in its African heritage (March 3, 2009)
- Sacrifices of animals is a major aspect of the religionThe New York Times: Santeria Faithful Hail Court Ruling (June 13, 1993)
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Santeria is an Afro-Cuban religion also known as Regla de Ocha. It originated in Cuba during the slave trade among Africans who belonged to the Yoruba people, an ethnic group in Africa. The slaves were forbidden from practicing their religion and the traditions therefore merged with Christian traditions and beliefs, creating a religion that became known as Santeria.International Herald Tribune: Venezuelans increasingly turn to Santeria... (February 2008)
Recent History
Santeria spread through other countries through the migration of Cubans. In Cuba, practitioners were discriminated against during parts of the country's history and could not hold positions within the party or stage ceremonies without police permission. Some people believe the religion is more common than Catholicism on Cuba, where the communist regime has traditionally discouraged practice of religion.The Earth Times: Cuba takes pride in its African heritage (March 3, 2009)-
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