Cult of Orixás

The Cult of Orixás refers to spiritual practices centered on worshiping or honoring Orixás, which are divine figures or spirits in Yoruba-based religions like Candomblé and Umbanda. Each Orixá represents natural forces, virtues, or aspects of life, such as rivers, winds, or fertility. Practitioners seek guidance, protection, and blessings through rituals, offerings, and prayers dedicated to these spirits. The belief system emphasizes harmony with nature, ancestral respect, and spiritual connection, blending African traditions with local influences in regions like Brazil and Cuba.