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In the Palo Mayombe faith, the Nikisi are deities similar to the Orishas of Lukumi- personifications of the forces of nature. They act as guardians, benefactors, and avengers of their followers, and are propitiated through prayer and sacrifice.
Alternate Spellings: Nkisi
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