Macumba
Serge Bramly
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Macumba
Published
May 1994
Publisher
City Lights Books
Pages
240
ISBN-13
9780872862869
ISBN-10
0872862860
Description
Every January millions of people crowd the seashore to receive the blessings of Iemanja, goddess of the sea. All year long in terreiros in Brazil and around the world, Orixa worshipers revel in the divine presence of the Living Gods, directly experiencing the sacred energy of the universe. Macumba is a way of life and belief that is followed by 15 million Brazilians, as well as millions more across the western hemisphere. Yet it - along with its sister-religions of Vodun, Santeria and Ifa - remains a little-known and largely misunderstood spiritual path. This book is a welcome introduction to a rich and profound tradition whose roots lie in ancient Africa. In a series of interviews, Maria Jose, a Mae de Santo (Mother of the Gods), explains the philosophy and practice of Macumba. She introduces the Orixas, a pantheon of deities who survived the Middle Passage to Brazil along with the African slaves. With humor and grace she describes the essence of Macumba, the divine interaction between humans and living Gods, and the spiritual regeneration of its followers. Meet a fascinating Mother of the Gods and discover another path to wisdom. Learn to listen to the drumbeat-heartbeat of the mystical universe as it continues to deepen and expand. Sarava Umbada!
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Macumba?
This edition of Macumba has approximately 240 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Macumba?
For most readers, Macumba typically takes between 5h 0m and 3h 20m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 60,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 0m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 60,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Macumba?
The estimated word count for Macumba is approximately 60,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Macumba?
Macumba was written by Serge Bramly, Maria-Jose.
When was Macumba published?
The publication date for this specific edition is May 1994. The original work may have been published on a different date.