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santeria a living faith Santia also
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known as Laaua Lukumi is a vibrant
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Afrouban religion It emerged from the
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transatlantic slave trade blending
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Eoruba beliefs with elements of
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Catholicism This synratism allowed
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enslaved Africans to preserve their
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ancestral traditions under the guise of
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the dominant religion The Yoruba people
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primarily from present-day Nigeria and
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Benin brought their rich spiritual
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heritage to the Americas Facing forced
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conversion they cleverly masked their
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arishas or deities with Catholic saints
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This act of cultural resistance ensured
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the survival of their faith At the heart
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of Santoria lies the belief in one
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supreme being Olumare Oladumare is
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served by the orishas powerful
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intermediaries who govern aspects of
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nature and human life Each ora has
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distinct characteristics colors and
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associated offerings Iation plays a
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crucial role in Santia Through various
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methods practitioners seek guidance from
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the arishas to navigate life's
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challenges Offerings music and dance are
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integral to honoring the arishas and
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maintaining balance in the world
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Initiation is a significant step in
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Santia Individuals undergo a rigorous
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process to become priests or priestesses
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known as Santeros and Santas They
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dedicate themselves to serving the
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arishas and guiding their community
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These initiates are entrusted with
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sacred knowledge and rituals They act as
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intermediaries between the human and
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spiritual realms providing healing
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counsel and spiritual support Their
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commitment ensures the continuity of
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traditions Today Santia is practiced
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worldwide It continues to evolve
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adapting to modern contexts while
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preserving its core tenants The religion
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offers a profound connection to
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ancestral wisdom and spiritual
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empowerment Despite facing
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misconceptions and prejudice Santaia
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thrives as a living faith It provides
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solace guidance and a strong sense of
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community for its followers Its enduring
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legacy is a testament to the resilience
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of the human spirit This video was
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brought to you by Arishia Oasis TV
