The practice of Santeria and the Orishas

Send us Fan MailStepping into the realm of ancient wisdom, Baba Victor brings 45 years of experience as a Lukumi priest to this profound conversation about Santeria, Orisha traditions, and spiritual authenticity. Born and raised in Chicago to Mexican parents, Victor shares his remarkable journey from receiving his first sacred necklaces at eight years old to becoming a respected elder in a tradition that once operated in complete secrecy.The discussion unveils the fascinating origins of Santeria—how enslaved Yoruba people preserved their spiritual practices by hiding them behind Catholic saints during the transatlantic slave trade. With remarkable clarity, Baba Victor explains the theology of this often misunderstood tradition, from Olodumare (the supreme creator) to the various Orishas who serve as divine intermediaries rather than gods themselves. His breakdown of spiritual concepts like Odu (your spiritual destiny pattern) challenges common misconceptions about what it means to be a "child" of particular Orishas.Perhaps most valuable is Baba Victor's guidance on navigating authentic spiritual practice in an age of increasing commercialization. He offers three powerful criteria for choosing spiritual guides: seek reputation over location, character over titles, and the ability to communicate spiritual wisdom over merely speaking ritual languages. His passionate advocacy for practicing openly rather than hiding one's spiritual identity reflects a transformation from a tradition born in secrecy to one that can now proudly share its profound wisdom with the world.Whether you're a curious newcomer or experienced practitioner, this conversation offers rare insights into divination practices, sacred altar creation, spiritual possession, and the ethical foundations of Orisha traditions. Connect with Baba Victor at gotbaba.org or on social media to continue learning from his accessible, no-nonsense approach to spiritual wisdom.Support the showNYPTALKSHOW EP.1 HOSTED BY RON BROWNLMT & MIKEY FEVER  #consciousness #spirituality #meditation #love #awakening #spiritualawakening #spiritual #mindfulness #healing #energy #selflove #yoga #enlightenment #wisdom #peace #lawofattraction #inspiration #life #awareness #soul #motivation #universe #lightworker #nature #quotes #happiness #believe #higherconsciousness #art #gratitude #hiphop #rap #music #rapper #trap #beats #hiphopmusic #newmusic #producer #artist #love #dance #rapmusic #rnb #dj #art #hiphopculture #explorepage #soundcloud #spotify #rappers #freestyle #musicproducer #youtube #bhfyp #beatmaker #instagood #s #musician #follow #newyork #nyc #newyorkcity #usa #losangeles #miami #love #brooklyn #california #manhattan #ny #fashion #london #music #atlanta #photography #hiphop #art #newjersey #florida #instagram #instagood #chicago #canada #texas #paris #travel #longisland #rap #explorepage#healthy #fitness #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #health #food #fit #motivation #workout #lifestyle #gym #love #vegan #weightloss #foodie #fitnessmotivation #instagood #nutrition #training #foodporn #instafood #fitfam #diet #bodybuilding #yummy #healthyliving #exercise #healthyeating #wellness #delicious#currentevents #currentaffairs #news #gk #politics #upsc #ssc #knowledge #podcast #gujarati #ias #discussion #gpsc #debate #generalknowledge #instagram #currentaffairsquiz #politicalscience #youth #gujarat #voting #ips #current #politicalcompass #mun #go...