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An estimated 70% of Cubans have African
ancestors. An introduction of different aspects of Cuba's African
cultures including music, art, theater, festivals, poets, and
authors. There is a list of conferences and organizations that teach
courses and workshops or are involved in the promotion of the
African cultures of Cuba. Searchable.
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Santería,
also known as "La Religión" or "The Way of the Saints", is an
Afro-Caribbean religion derived from traditional
beliefs of the
Yoruba people of
Nigeria. The Santería/Yoruba religion
is comprised of a hierarchical structure according to priesthood level
and authority. Orisha "ile" or temples are usually governed by Orisha
Priests known as Babalorishas "father of orisha" or Iyalorishas "mothers
of orisha", and serve as the junior Ile or second in the hierarchical
religious structure. The Babalorishas and Iyalorishas are referred to as
"Santeros(as)" and if they function as diviners of the Orishas
they can be considered Oriates. The highest level of achievment for
males is to become a priest of IFA (eee-fah). IFA Priests receive
Orunmila who is the Orisha of Prophecy, Wisdom and all Knowledge. Ifa
Priests are known by their titles such as "Babalawo" or "Father Who
Knows the Secrets". Ifa Ile or Temples of Ifa serve as the senior to all
Orisha Ile in the Traditional Orisha-Ifa / Santeria Community. The
Sacred Oracle of Ika-Fun or Ika Ofun serves as confirmation.
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