It has roots in Africa, specifically the Yoruba people in southwestern Nigeria. When Africans were brought to the New World as slaves, they brought with them their Yoruba religious traditions (Nunez: 3). ... Santeria followers believe in the Seven African Powers. ... Some light cigars so that its smoke may attract spirits - especially African spirits. ... They speak in guttural manner and in a language combined with African and Spanish words. ...

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