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Origins of Santeria
The first decade of the 17th century the Yoruba people are trade as slaves, their believes from West Africa mixed with Catholicism, the colonizers religion and The Order of Ocha is born. -
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Influence of Santeria in Contemporary Life
Artists have found the Orisha tradition inspiring. Orisha traditions will continue to grow and be recognized as an important African contribution to world culture -
Cuban Revolution
The Cuban revolution causes thousands of people to leave the country therefore leading to the spread of Orcha around the world. -
Practice of Santeria Protection Law.
Though many Santeria practitioners identify as Catholics and practice Catholicism to prevent persecution many want to practice the religion freely. A law to protect the practice of Santeria was passed in 1993 allowing Santeres to conduct animal sacrifice, even though the local court saw the animal sacrifice as a health threat, it violated the free exercise of clause. -
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Religion Representation
After the 1993 Supreme Court ruling the U.S Army and Federal Jails have incorporated Orishas as spiritual leaders.
