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The religion called ________ is a combination of Catholicism and Nigerian (and other African befliefs) and is growing in places such as New York City and Miami.

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Santeria

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Santeria is a Spanish word that means the worship of saints. Santeria, for the first time, came into practice among the West African descendants in Cuba. The religion develops among the Yoruba people with their ancient traditional beliefs and customs, that mingled with some elements of the Roman Catholicism. Most of the supporters of Santeria religion are African Americans that still is active in the United States.

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