Santeria
A religion originating in Cuba that has roots in Yoruban (African) & Catholic traditions & beliefs. It is a melding of the two religions into its own religion. They believe in the nurturing & guidance of ancestral spirits, and consult orishas as guiding deities. They do practice divination, animal sacrifices, spiritual & mystic rituals, and possession through those who can speak to the dead.
Conversion Difficulty: Difficult
Belief, and practice of the beliefs
Time Consumption: Heavy
The acts of practicing the beliefs are time-consuming
Cost to Participate: Moderate
Monetary donation is expected in relation to other acts of tithing
Deities: Olorun, Olodumare, orishas, egun
Literature: None
Location Practiced: Cuba, Florida
Afterlife: Spiritual realm
Congregation: Over 2 million
Meaning of Life: Live by the law of Olorun (11 Commandments)
Famous: Desi Arnaz, Fidel Castro