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Powers of the Orishas
Powers of the Orishas
Author: Migene Gonzalez Wippler
During the slave trade, the Yoruba of southwestern Nigeria who were brought to Cuba were forbidden the practice of their religion by their Spanish masters. In order to continue their magical and religious observances safely the slaves opted for the identification and disguise of the Orishas with some of the Catholic Saints worshipped by the Spa...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780942272253
ISBN-10: 0942272250
Publication Date: 6/1992
Pages: 126
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Publisher: Original Publications
Book Type: Paperback
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