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Quimbanda (meaning healer-diviner and ritual possessor) is a polytheistic religion, which originated in c. 1950 CE, has its roots in Bantu Magic and African-Brazilian culture.  It is also noted for honouring the spiritual practices of Angola and the Kongo from a time when African slaves were being transported to Brazil by the Protuguese.

Deities:		Supernatural agents:		Beliefs:		Traditions:
Capeta Maoiral (chief deity and divine fire that rules over Quimbanda) Nzambi (creator deity, ruled by the Maoiral) Exu Rei (warlord deity and the reflection of heavenly fire) Eleggua (all-knowing deity that witnesses everything and can change destinies)		Exu (spirit Lord of Magic) Pomba Gira (spirit Mistress of Witchcraft) Legba non Rada (gatekeeper spirit) Eshu (spirits that govern and manifest as natural forces)		Magic spells Babalawos are experts with spiritual technology required to tame Eshu for the betterment of humanity The safest offerings for Eleggua and Eshu are toasted corn, smoked fish, rum, and cigars		Collection of herbs and other materials needed for concoctions required to affect certain magic spells Never worship Exu (Exu is to be honoured)