Syncretism Flashcards
Syncretism
A hybrid religion which combine two earlier religions often that of an indigenous group and colonizing faith
Afro Christian religions
Santeria- Cuban slaves, shrines: in people’s name, animal sacrifice
Voudas– Haiti, shrine: sanctuaries
Candembelle: Brazilian slaves, shrine people’s home
Wade Davis - zombi
Living dead or hairi, sorcerers gave toxins that paralyzed for 24 hours
Spirit possession
Rhythmic drumming and signing at the ceremony possessed person after report no memory of what they did
Spiritualism
Inflicted by Europe spiritualism, spiritualism churches believe progressing of after life and contact with spirits. Don’t believe in hell but in reincarnation and spiritual existence