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Orixas
The orishas are descendants of Olòòrun divinities. The belief belongs to the religion Candomblé in Brazil but the belief is widespread in many countries like Cuba (Santeria). It has about a million followers worldwide. In Brazil there are 6 of the most important, each representing a day of the week and has a specific type of "protection". The most important in Brazil is Iamanjá or Goddess of the sea and they celebrate her day on the 2nd of February.
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