Friday, January 30, 2009

Baiana Women


A Biana Woman is basically someone who pratice the religion of Candomble. It is an African-originated or Afro-Brazilian religion, practiced chiefly in Brazil. The religion largely originated in the city of Salavador. Candomble draws inspiration from a variety of the peoples of the African Diaspora, but it mainly features aspects of Yoruba veneration. The Bianas are the daughters/son of Saints. The "keepers "of the religion. They make offerings to the Saint "Iansa". It is recommended that the offerings should be made by her daughters.

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