Alternative
Religions Glossary- Afro-Caribbean Religion
A Glossary of African
Diasporic religions, including Vodou, Santeria, Candomble, and Palo. Select a
word for a complete definition and links to related articles.
Veves
View a collection of Veves, intricate magical symbols used to invoke the
Lwas of Vodou.
Santeria/Lukumi
Also known as "Regla de Ocha," Santeria,
the "way of the saints" is a unique faith; blending elements of
Catholicism with traditional African spirituality.
Palo
Myombe, Palo Monte
Palo Myombe is traditional African religion from the Congo region (rather
than Yoruban or Dahomeyan), blended with emphasis on aspects of spiritism
and catholicism. Palo is practiced primarily in Brazil and Cuba, and is similar
to Umbanda.
Vodoun
(Voodoo)
Discover the traditional African ancestral religion in Haiti.
Vodoun,
the real Voodoo
Vodoun, the traditional religion of Haiti, is one of the most misunderstood
religions of all time. Learn more about this ancient ancestral tradition.
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