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2 days ago · Africans brought religion with them from Africa, including Islam, Catholicism, and traditional religions. In the 1770s no more than 1% of black people in the United States had connections with organized churches.
3 days ago · Santería ( Spanish pronunciation: [san̪.t̪eˈɾi.a] ), also known as Regla de Ocha, Regla Lucumí, or Lucumí, is an Afro-Caribbean religion that developed in Cuba during the late 19th century. It arose through a process of syncretism between the traditional Yoruba religion of West Africa, the Roman Catholic form of Christianity, and Spiritism.
Apr 8, 2024 · By Bill Struthers April 8, 2024. African religion is a rich tapestry woven from the diverse cultures and traditions that span the vast continent. From the deserts of North Africa to the lush landscapes of the Sub-Saharan region, the beliefs and practices vary significantly, reflecting the unique histories and influences of each community.
Apr 5, 2024 · The word Vodou means “spirit” or “deity” in the Fon language of the African kingdom of Dahomey (now Benin). Vodou is a worldview encompassing philosophy, medicine, justice, and religion. Its fundamental principle is that everything is spirit. Humans are spirits who inhabit the visible world.
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4 days ago · African traditional religion encompasses the traditional religious beliefs of people in Africa. In West Africa, these religions include the Akan religion , Dahomey (Fon) mythology , Efik mythology , Odinani , Serer religion (A ƭat Roog) , and Yoruba religion , while Bushongo mythology , Mbuti (Pygmy) mythology , Lugbara mythology , Dinka ...
3 days ago · Traditional African religions (noting the many different belief systems) are the oldest belief systems among the populations of this region, and include Akan religion, Yoruba religion, Odinani-Igbo, and Serer religion.
