The Guinea Hen Got Loose

West African religion migrated to the Americas during the slave trade. Today, many Americans still honor the deities of ancient Yoruba origin through... more

by Karmella Haynes

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The Guinea Hen Got Loose

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Karmella Haynes

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Painting - Oil On Canvas

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West African religion migrated to the Americas during the slave trade. Today, many Americans still honor the deities of ancient Yoruba origin through music, dance, and ritual in Lucumi, Santeria, Candomble, etc. The heart of many rituals is the kitchen, where food and offerings prepared, including chickens who occasionally escape and cause a little chaos.

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October 4th, 2015

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