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CandombleCandomble was founded as a distinct tradition in 1930s Brazil. Candomble combines a more traditional Yoruban practice with common elements of syncretic faiths; it is more exclusive and less accepting of folk beliefs than Umbanda.
Candomble: Brazil's African religion
An introduction to Candomble in Brazil today. Orixas of Candomble
A pictorial guide to the Orixas (Gods) of Candomble. Yemaya, Olokun
About the Orisha Yemaya, her symbols, aspects, libations, etc. Ilé Axé Opô Afonjá- Initiation in Candomble
A short deascription of the Candomble initiation practice. Land of the Orishas
Candomble in Bahia, Brazil. Candomble/Macumba/Umbanda
Forum for questions about Candomble and Umbanda practices. Sisters of the Good Death
Irmandade da Boa Morte, or sisterhood of the Good death, a confraternity of devotion to the Assumption of the Virgin. Orisa worship in Brasil
Pontos Riscados (sigils)of Exu/Pombagira, pictures of Orisha costumes, and other information. My night of Candomble
Book excerpt describes an evening at a terreiro. |
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